SOUTHEASTERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southeastern Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Southeastern CUSD 337 school district, located in Bowen, IL with about 261 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, Southeastern 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.

Southeastern Elementary School, located at 607 N Worrell St in Bowen, Illinois, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community within the Southeastern Community Unit School District 337. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in their foundational years. By focusing on essential academic skills and character development, the school aims to prepare its students for future academic success while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and personal growth.

The school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which allows for a close-knit educational experience where teachers and staff can provide more personalized attention to their students. As part of a rural district, Southeastern Elementary often places a strong emphasis on maintaining close communication with families and leveraging local resources to enrich the curriculum. Through a balance of traditional classroom instruction and various extracurricular activities, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that nurtures both the intellectual and social-emotional needs of every child.

For more information, contact Southeastern Elementary School at (217) 842-5236 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.