OLD POST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Old Post Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the CUSD 308 school district, located in Oswego, IL with about 443 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 30 teachers, Old Post Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Old Post Elementary School is a public school located in Oswego, Illinois, serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Situated on Old Post Road, the school functions as a foundational pillar within its neighborhood, focusing on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere where educators emphasize foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to become active, engaged participants in their learning journey.
Beyond the classroom, Old Post Elementary is characterized by its commitment to student growth through a variety of extracurricular opportunities and strong home-school partnerships. By leveraging the resources of District 308, the school provides a structured environment that caters to diverse learning needs, supported by dedicated staff members who prioritize individualized attention. As a staple of the local community, Old Post aims to prepare its young learners for long-term academic success while promoting values of responsibility, kindness, and collaboration.
For more information, contact Old Post Elementary School at (630) 636-3489 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Oswego, IL 60543-7341
(630) 636-3489
OLD POST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Oswego, IL with about 443 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CUSD 308
- Total Students:
- 443
- Teachers:
- 30.08
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 443 students
- White
- 58.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.1%
- Asian
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- Black or African American
- 4.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 52.4%
- Male
- 47.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.