EASTLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eastlawn Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rantoul City SD 137 school district, located in Rantoul, IL with about 279 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 23 teachers, Eastlawn Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Eastlawn Elementary School, located at 650 N Maplewood Dr in Rantoul, Illinois, serves as a primary educational pillar within the Rantoul City School District 137. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers. By focusing on fundamental literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, Eastlawn strives to lay a strong academic foundation that prepares its diverse student body for future success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond core academics, the school emphasizes a community-oriented approach, often engaging families and local stakeholders to enhance the educational experience. With a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its learners, Eastlawn incorporates various instructional strategies to help students achieve grade-level benchmarks. As part of the Rantoul community, the school works to provide a safe, nurturing space that encourages curiosity, character growth, and a lifelong appreciation for learning among its youngest citizens.

For more information, contact Eastlawn Elem School at (217) 892-2131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.