ODELL GRADE SCHOOL

Odell Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Odell CCSD 435 school district, located in Odell, IL with about 154 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 15 teachers, Odell Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Odell Grade School, located at 203 N. East St. in Odell, Illinois, serves as the primary educational hub for the local community. As a small-town K-8 institution, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit learning environment where students receive individualized attention. The school is part of the Odell Community Consolidated School District 160, and it functions as a central pillar for the village, emphasizing foundational academic growth, character development, and active community involvement.

The school is known for its commitment to maintaining small class sizes, which allows teachers to tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs of their students. Beyond the core curriculum, Odell Grade School typically provides a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to promote social-emotional learning and student engagement. By bridging the gap between elementary education and high school preparation, the school aims to create a supportive, stable atmosphere that prepares its graduates for future academic success while maintaining the traditional values of a rural Illinois community.

For more information, contact Odell Grade School at (815) 998-2272 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.