STEWARDSON-STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Stewardson-Strasburg Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Stewardson-Strasburg CUD 5A school district, located in Strasburg, IL with about 248 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 14 teachers, Stewardson-Strasburg Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Stewardson-Strasburg Elementary School, located in the rural community of Strasburg, Illinois, serves as the primary educational hub for students in the Stewardson-Strasburg Community Unit School District 5A. As a small, community-oriented institution, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment where teachers and staff prioritize individualized attention. The school is deeply integrated into the local culture, often acting as a focal point for town activities and maintaining close partnerships with local families to support student growth from the early primary years through the transition to junior high.

Academically, the school emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social development, utilizing its smaller class sizes to ensure students meet state learning standards. Beyond the classroom, Stewardson-Strasburg Elementary encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities and character-building programs, aiming to develop well-rounded students who are prepared for the challenges of middle school. By maintaining a balance between traditional academic rigor and a nurturing, small-town atmosphere, the school seeks to provide a stable and effective educational experience for the children of the Strasburg area.

For more information, contact Stewardson-Strasburg Elem School at (217) 682-3621 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.