GEORGE O BARR SCHOOL

George O Barr School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Silvis SD 34 school district, located in Silvis, IL with about 443 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 27 teachers, George O Barr School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

George O. Barr School, located at 1305 5th Avenue in Silvis, Illinois, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community. As a key institution within the Silvis School District 34, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. It typically serves students in the elementary grades, focusing on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to develop into responsible and engaged community members.

Beyond its core curriculum, George O. Barr School emphasizes a supportive culture that values inclusivity and student success. The school often leverages its position within the Quad Cities area to provide resources and programs that cater to a diverse student body. By focusing on individualized attention and collaboration between teachers, parents, and administrators, the school strives to prepare its students for their future educational transitions while maintaining a welcoming, neighborhood-centered atmosphere.

For more information, contact George O Barr School at (309) 792-0639 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.