ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ellis Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockford SD 205 school district, located in Rockford, IL with about 435 students offering grade levels from 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 28 teachers, Ellis Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Ellis Elementary School, located at 222 S. Central Ave in Rockford, Illinois, serves as a primary educational institution within the Rockford Public School District 205. Situated in the heart of the city, the school functions as a community hub for students in the surrounding neighborhoods, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction in a supportive environment. Like many schools in the district, Ellis emphasizes the development of core literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a classroom culture designed to prepare students for their transition into middle school.

The school community at Ellis is known for its commitment to student growth, often navigating the unique challenges and opportunities present in an urban educational setting. With a focus on inclusive learning, the school provides a variety of resources and programs intended to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By prioritizing teacher-student engagement and parental involvement, Ellis Elementary strives to create a stable, encouraging atmosphere where children can develop both socially and academically throughout their formative elementary years.

For more information, contact Ellis Elementary School at (815) 966-3909 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.