Otter Creek Elem School

429 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Otter Creek Elementary School, located at 2701 Hopps Rd in Elgin, Illinois, is a prominent institution within School District U-46, the second-largest school district in the state. Serving students in the Elgin and South Elgin area, the school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of strong character. It typically offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects, fine arts, and physical education, often incorporating technology to enhance the modern learning experience.

Beyond the classroom, Otter Creek is recognized for its commitment to building a tight-knit community. The school frequently encourages parental involvement through an active PTA and various school events that bring families together. By prioritizing a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, students, and parents, Otter Creek aims to provide a stable and enriching foundation for its diverse student body, helping them transition successfully to middle school and beyond.

429

Total Students

32.9

Full-Time Teachers

13.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Otter Creek Elem School
Demographic	Student Count
White	107
Hispanic	213
Black	45
Asian	46
Two or More	16
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
213 (49.7 %)
White
107 (24.9 %)
Asian
46 (10.7 %)
Black
45 (10.5 %)
Two or More
16 (3.7 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SD U-46
Phone:	(847)888-6995
Website:	http://schools.u-46.org/ottercreek
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	429
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 26

Kindergarten 49

Grade 1 55

Grade 2 72

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 50

Grade 5 64

Grade 6 47