CHARTER OAK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Charter Oak 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 375 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 25 teachers, Charter Oak 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.

Charter Oak Primary School, located in the North Valley area of Peoria, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving students from kindergarten through fourth grade as part of Peoria Public Schools District 150. The school is known for fostering a structured, supportive environment that focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. It serves a diverse student body and emphasizes the importance of community involvement, frequently partnering with parents and local organizations to enrich the student experience through various extracurricular activities and academic support programs.

Academically, Charter Oak aims to prepare students for success in the middle grades by implementing a curriculum aligned with state standards, often utilizing data-driven instruction to address individual student needs. The school prides itself on maintaining a positive school culture where students are encouraged to exhibit core values of respect, responsibility, and safety. By balancing rigorous academic expectations with a nurturing atmosphere, the school strives to ensure that its primary students build the necessary skills and confidence to thrive as they transition into the upper elementary levels and beyond.

For more information, contact Charter Oak Primary School at (309) 693-4433 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.