A F AMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A F Ames Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Riverside SD 96 school district, located in Riverside, IL with about 368 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 26 teachers, A F Ames Elem 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.

A.F. Ames Elementary School, located in the village of Riverside, Illinois, is a public school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of Riverside School District 96, the school is deeply integrated into a community known for its historic architecture and commitment to education. Ames Elementary is recognized for fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students, ensuring that they are well-prepared for the transition to middle school.

The school prides itself on a collaborative culture involving students, teachers, and active parent involvement. By offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects with arts, physical education, and technology integration, A.F. Ames strives to cultivate critical thinking and a love for learning in every child. With its focus on small-community values and high standards of instruction, the school remains a cornerstone of the Riverside area, dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential within a supportive and engaging atmosphere.

For more information, contact A F Ames Elem School at (708) 447-0759 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

86 Southcote Rd
Riverside, IL 60546-1633
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A F AMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Riverside, IL with about 368 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Riverside SD 96
Total Students:
368
Teachers:
26.52
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 368 students

White
49.7%
Hispanic/Latino
42.4%
Black or African American
3.3%
Asian
3.3%
Two or more races
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
42.1%
Male
57.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.