CUMBERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cumberland Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cumberland CUSD 77 school district, located in Toledo, IL with about 464 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 25 teachers, Cumberland Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Cumberland Elementary School, located in Toledo, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the Cumberland Community Unit School District #77. As a public school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education, fostering both academic development and social-emotional growth for students in the surrounding rural community. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science while encouraging student participation in a variety of school activities.

Reflecting the character of a small-town district, Cumberland Elementary prioritizes a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff work collaboratively with families to ensure student success. The school maintains a focus on preparing young learners for their future academic endeavors by implementing consistent educational standards and leveraging local resources. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern pedagogical approaches, the school serves as a vital hub for the youth of Toledo and the broader Cumberland County area.

For more information, contact Cumberland Elem School at (217) 923-3135 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.