TAMAROA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tamaroa Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tamaroa School Dist 5 school district, located in Tamaroa, IL with about 97 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 9 teachers, Tamaroa Elem 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.

Tamaroa Elementary School is a small, public educational institution located in the rural village of Tamaroa, Illinois. As a central fixture of its community, the school serves students in the primary and intermediate grade levels, focusing on providing a foundational education in a close-knit, supportive environment. Due to the size of the village, the school is noted for its ability to maintain small class sizes, which allows for personalized instruction and a strong rapport between students, faculty, and local families.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school functions as a focal point for the Tamaroa community. It emphasizes traditional values and community engagement, striving to prepare its students for their transition to higher grade levels in nearby districts. While it operates with limited resources compared to larger urban or suburban districts, the school is dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing climate where students can develop their basic skills and social competencies in a focused, small-town setting.

For more information, contact Tamaroa Elem School at (618) 496-5513 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.