TAMPICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tampico Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD3 school district, located in Tampico, IL with about 215 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 16 teachers, Tampico Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Tampico Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Tampico, Illinois, serving the educational needs of the local community. As part of the Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community Unit School District No. 3, the school focuses on providing a foundational education to students in the early grade levels. Its setting in a small-town environment allows for a close-knit community atmosphere, where teachers and staff can foster strong relationships with both students and their families.

The school is dedicated to academic development and personal growth, aiming to provide a supportive learning environment that prepares students for their future transitions into middle and high school. By leveraging the resources of a consolidated school district, Tampico Elementary emphasizes core subjects while encouraging student participation in school life. As a central institution in the village of Tampico, the school plays a vital role in the town’s identity and the academic development of its youth.

For more information, contact Tampico Elem School at (815) 438-2255 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.