SHERRARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sherrard Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sherrard CUSD 200 school district, located in Sherrard, IL with about 264 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 19 teachers, Sherrard 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.

Sherrard Elementary School, located at 209 1st St in Sherrard, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Sherrard Community Unit School District 200. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a nurturing and structured learning environment designed to support the academic, social, and emotional development of students in their early formative years. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, serving as a hub for families in the area and emphasizing a sense of shared values and local pride.

Academically, Sherrard Elementary typically follows a comprehensive curriculum that prioritizes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating opportunities for physical education and the arts. The school strives to foster a collaborative relationship between educators, parents, and students to ensure that each child is meeting grade-level benchmarks and developing the critical thinking skills necessary for future success in middle and high school. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth, the school plays a vital role in preparing the youth of the Sherrard community for their educational journeys ahead.

For more information, contact Sherrard Elementary School at (309) 593-2917 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.