OKAWVILLE GRADE SCHOOL

Okawville Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Washington Co CUD 10 school district, located in Okawville, IL with about 285 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, Okawville 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.

Okawville Grade School, located at 400 S Hanover St in Okawville, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the West Washington County Community Unit School District #10, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Okawville, fostering a close-knit environment where students often benefit from smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere. The school focuses on providing a comprehensive core curriculum that prepares students for the transition to Okawville Junior/Senior High School, emphasizing both academic development and character growth.

Beyond the classroom, Okawville Grade School is a central hub for community life, reflecting the values of its rural Illinois setting. The school takes pride in maintaining strong ties between faculty, students, and parents, which helps create a collaborative educational experience. By balancing traditional academic standards with extracurricular opportunities, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are encouraged to participate in school activities and contribute positively to the broader Okawville community.

For more information, contact Okawville Grade School at (618) 243-6157 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.