POPE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pope County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pope Co CUD 1 school district, located in Golconda, IL with about 393 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 27 teachers, Pope County 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.

Pope County Elementary School is a public institution located in the small, historic river town of Golconda, Illinois. Serving as a central educational hub for the surrounding rural community, the school is dedicated to providing fundamental academic instruction for students in the primary grades. It operates as part of the Pope County Community Unit School District #1, maintaining a close-knit environment that emphasizes personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere for its student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school plays a vital role in the social and developmental lives of children in the region. By fostering a collaborative relationship between teachers, parents, and the local community, Pope County Elementary strives to prepare its students for their future academic endeavors while instilling a sense of local pride and character. Its location on Highway 146 serves as a convenient access point for families throughout the county, reinforcing the school’s position as a foundational pillar for youth education in Southern Illinois.

For more information, contact Pope County Elementary School at (618) 683-4011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.