REED-CUSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Reed-Custer Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Reed Custer CUSD 255U school district, located in Braidwood, IL with about 651 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 47 teachers, Reed-Custer Elementary 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.

Reed-Custer Elementary School, located in Braidwood, Illinois, serves as a central hub for early childhood and primary education within the Reed-Custer Community School District 255U. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while promoting the social and emotional development of its students. By integrating modern instructional strategies with a student-centered approach, the faculty aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares children for the transition to middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Reed-Custer Elementary prides itself on cultivating a close-knit community atmosphere where parental involvement and staff collaboration are highly encouraged. The school emphasizes character education and personal growth, ensuring that students feel safe, valued, and motivated to participate in both classroom activities and extracurricular programs. Through its dedicated staff and focus on comprehensive student wellness, the school strives to create a positive, inclusive culture that encourages every child to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Reed-Custer Elementary School at (815) 458-2145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.