KELLAR PRIMARY SCHOOL

Kellar Primary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Peoria SD 150 school district, located in Peoria, IL with about 399 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 26 teachers, Kellar Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Kellar Primary School, located at 6413 Mt Hawley Rd in Peoria, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Peoria Public School District (District 150). The school is well-regarded for its focus on early childhood and elementary education, typically serving students from kindergarten through fourth grade. It is often recognized for its "Gifted" program, which attracts families from across the district looking for specialized academic tracks, as well as its robust neighborhood school community.

The school is frequently cited for its dedicated faculty and its efforts to create a supportive, structured environment for young learners. Beyond core academics, Kellar places an emphasis on social-emotional development and fostering a collaborative culture between parents, teachers, and the local Peoria community. Its location in the northern part of Peoria makes it a central hub for families in that area, and it maintains a reputation for being an academically focused institution that prioritizes both high standards and student engagement.

For more information, contact Kellar Primary School at (309) 693-4439 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.