Robertson Charter School

Charter School 329 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Robertson Charter School, located at 2240 E Geddes Ave in Decatur, Illinois, operates as a public charter institution designed to provide an alternative educational experience for students in the Decatur area. As a charter school, it operates with a degree of autonomy regarding its curriculum and educational philosophy while remaining accountable to the state for academic performance. The school focuses on fostering a structured learning environment that aims to bridge gaps in student achievement and offer specialized instructional approaches that may differ from those found in traditional district-run schools.

The school serves a diverse student population, placing a heavy emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement as central pillars of its operational model. By offering a smaller, more focused setting, Robertson Charter seeks to provide individualized attention to its students, helping them navigate academic challenges while preparing them for high school and beyond. For families in the Decatur area, the school represents an option for those seeking a tailored educational pathway that prioritizes specific instructional goals and a distinct school culture.
329
Total Students
7.0
Full-Time Teachers
47.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Robertson Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic1
Black300
Two or More20
American Indian1
  • Black
    300 (91.2 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (6.1 %)
  • White
    7 (2.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    1 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Decatur SD 61
Phone: (217)428-7072
Website: http://www.rcs61.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 329
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 47.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 40
Kindergarten 28
Grade 1 29
Grade 2 29
Grade 3 27
Grade 4 26
Grade 5 26
Grade 6 44
Grade 7 34
Grade 8 46

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Robertson Charter School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten40
Kindergarten28
Grade 129
Grade 229
Grade 327
Grade 426
Grade 526
Grade 644
Grade 734
Grade 846
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Robertson Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16048.6%
Male16951.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)