NORTH WAMAC GRADE SCHOOL

North Wamac Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Wamac SD 186 school district, located in Centralia, IL with about 121 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, North Wamac Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

North Wamac Grade School, located at 1500 Case St in Centralia, Illinois, serves as a focal point for the local North Wamac community. As a small, localized elementary institution, the school is dedicated to providing fundamental education to students in the surrounding area, focusing on building a strong academic foundation during their formative years. Being part of the Centralia region, the school reflects the close-knit, community-oriented nature often found in Illinois’ smaller school districts.

The school operates with a mission centered on student growth, emphasizing both core curriculum requirements and a supportive learning environment. Because of its size, North Wamac Grade School is typically able to foster strong relationships between faculty, students, and local families, aiming to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere that encourages early academic development and social responsibility among its student body.

For more information, contact North Wamac Grade School at (618) 532-1826 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.