MT CARMEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mt Carmel Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wabash CUSD 348 school district, located in Mount Carmel, IL with about 403 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 24 teachers, Mt Carmel Elementary 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.

Mt. Carmel Elementary School, located at 1300 N. Walnut St. in Mount Carmel, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the Wabash Community Unit School District 348, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development for children in their primary years. The facility focuses on creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to build strong academic habits, explore new interests, and develop essential interpersonal skills that prepare them for future success in middle and high school.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school emphasizes community involvement and the well-being of its student body. By leveraging a dedicated staff and a range of extracurricular opportunities, Mt. Carmel Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the diverse needs of its students. The school remains a central fixture in the Mount Carmel area, reflecting the town's commitment to prioritizing high-quality public education and preparing the next generation of learners for the challenges of the modern world.

For more information, contact Mt Carmel Elementary School at (618) 263-3876 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.