WAUCONDA GRADE SCHOOL

Wauconda Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wauconda CUSD 118 school district, located in Wauconda, IL with about 606 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, Wauconda Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Wauconda Grade School, located at 225 Osage Street in Wauconda, Illinois, serves as a primary educational pillar within the Wauconda Community Unit School District 118. As a foundational institution for the local community, the school focuses on the academic and social development of its youngest learners, typically encompassing primary grade levels. The school is known for fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes literacy, foundational numeracy, and character development, preparing students for their eventual transition to the district's middle and high school levels.

The school operates with a community-centered approach, benefiting from the close-knit atmosphere of the Wauconda area. Like other schools in District 118, it emphasizes a balanced curriculum that incorporates modern teaching strategies while maintaining a strong connection to the families it serves. Through its dedicated faculty and commitment to student growth, Wauconda Grade School aims to establish a positive educational trajectory, encouraging students to develop the essential skills and confidence needed for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Wauconda Grade School at (847) 526-6671 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.