LEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leal Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Urbana SD 116 school district, located in Urbana, IL with about 407 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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, Leal Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Leal Elementary School, located at 312 W. Oregon St. in Urbana, Illinois, is a neighborhood school within the Urbana School District #116. Known for its strong sense of community, the school serves a diverse population of students in grades K–5. It is situated in a quiet, historic residential area, which helps foster a close-knit environment where families and neighbors are often highly involved in school activities and local events.

Academically, Leal is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and its focus on developing the "whole child." The school emphasizes a supportive learning culture that integrates social-emotional growth alongside traditional curriculum requirements. By leveraging its location near the University of Illinois, Leal often benefits from community resources and collaborative educational initiatives, aiming to provide a well-rounded and engaging experience for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Leal Elem School at (217) 384-3618 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.