ST GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

St George Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St George CCSD 258 school district, located in Bourbonnais, IL with about 447 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 27 teachers, St George Elem 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.

St. George Elementary School, located at 5200 E. Center St. in Bourbonnais, Illinois, serves as a focal point for the local community, providing education for students in the primary and intermediate grades. As part of a smaller school district environment, the school is known for its focus on fostering a supportive, tight-knit atmosphere where students can develop foundational academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. The school prioritizes a well-rounded educational experience, often integrating extracurricular activities and community involvement to help students transition successfully to higher grade levels.

Beyond its academic curriculum, St. George Elementary is characterized by its commitment to student growth and character development. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Bourbonnais community to create a safe and nurturing learning environment. By maintaining manageable class sizes and focusing on individualized student progress, the school aims to prepare its pupils not only for the challenges of middle and high school but also for their roles as active, contributing members of the community.

For more information, contact St George Elem School at (815) 933-1503 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.