SOUTH WILMINGTON GRADE SCHOOL

South Wilmington Grade School is a public elementary school that is part of the South Wilmington CCSD 74 school district, located in South Wilmington, IL with about 87 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 8 teachers, South Wilmington Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

South Wilmington Grade School is a small, rural public school located in South Wilmington, Illinois. Serving students in grades Pre-K through 8th grade, the school functions as a tight-knit educational community that focuses on providing personalized attention and foundational learning in a supportive, small-town environment. As the primary educational institution for the local village, the school is deeply integrated into the community, often acting as a central hub for student development and local activities.

Because of its modest size, the district emphasizes close collaboration between teachers, students, and parents to ensure that individual academic and social needs are met. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to high school while maintaining a focus on core academic standards, character development, and civic responsibility. It remains a key fixture for residents of South Wilmington, committed to fostering a safe and focused learning space for its young learners.

For more information, contact South Wilmington Grade School at (815) 237-2281 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.