FARMINGDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Farmingdale Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pleasant Plains CUSD 8 school district, located in Pleasant Plains, IL with about 464 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 29 teachers, Farmingdale Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Farmingdale Elementary School, located in Pleasant Plains, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Pleasant Plains Community Unit School District 8. Situated in a rural-suburban setting, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for early childhood and primary education. It is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development, emphasizing core curriculum standards while encouraging students to participate in a variety of school activities that promote community engagement and personal responsibility.

As part of a smaller school district, Farmingdale Elementary is known for its tight-knit community atmosphere where teachers, staff, and families work collaboratively to support student success. The school prioritizes small-group instruction and individualized attention to ensure that students build a strong educational baseline before transitioning to the district's middle and high school levels. By maintaining a focus on core competencies and character education, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future academic challenges while upholding the values of the Pleasant Plains community.

For more information, contact Farmingdale Elem School at (217) 626-1221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.