OAK GROVE SCHOOL

Oak Grove School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oak Grove SD 68 Bartonville school district, located in Bartonville, IL with about 276 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Oak Grove School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Oak Grove School, located in Bartonville, Illinois, serves as a community-centered educational institution for students in the surrounding area. As a smaller district school, it emphasizes a supportive and close-knit environment, focusing on foundational academic development while fostering personal growth. The school is integrated into the local Bartonville community, often acting as a hub for student activities, extracurricular programs, and parental involvement, which helps maintain a collaborative atmosphere between educators and families.

Academically, Oak Grove School is committed to providing a well-rounded curriculum designed to meet state standards while addressing the individual needs of its diverse student body. By prioritizing a manageable class size and a dedicated teaching staff, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, social-emotional learning, and a sense of responsibility in its students. Its location on West Lancaster Road places it in a quiet, accessible setting, making it a stable and reliable fixture for local families seeking a structured and community-focused primary education.

For more information, contact Oak Grove School at (309) 697-3367 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.