SELMAVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Selmaville Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Selmaville CCSD 10 school district, located in Salem, IL with about 273 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 18 teachers, Selmaville Elem 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.

Selmaville Elementary School, located in Salem, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a K-8 facility, it focuses on providing a comprehensive core curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, emphasizing fundamental academic skills, character development, and a supportive learning environment. The school is known for being a focal point of the rural community, fostering close-knit relationships between faculty, students, and local families.

Beyond academics, Selmaville places a strong value on extracurricular engagement and student well-being. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a dedicated teaching staff, the school aims to offer personalized attention that helps students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Whether through athletics, community events, or academic programs, the school strives to maintain a tradition of excellence that reflects the values and spirit of the Salem area.

For more information, contact Selmaville Elem School at (618) 548-2416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.