Salt Fork South Elementary School
164 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Salt Fork South Elementary School, located in the rural community of Sidell, Illinois, serves as a primary educational pillar for the Salt Fork Community Unit School District #512. The school provides a focused learning environment for students in the early grade levels, emphasizing fundamental academic development and social growth within a small-town setting. By fostering a close-knit atmosphere, the school aims to bridge the gap between home and academic life, allowing teachers to provide individualized attention to students as they build their educational foundations.
As part of the broader Salt Fork school system, the elementary campus is committed to preparing its young students for their eventual transition to the district's middle and high school programs. The school benefits from the resources and collaborative culture of the district while maintaining the character and community-oriented values typical of a rural Illinois institution. With its location on North 600 East Road, it serves as a central hub for families in Sidell and the surrounding areas, prioritizing both classroom excellence and a supportive, safe environment for elementary-aged children.
As part of the broader Salt Fork school system, the elementary campus is committed to preparing its young students for their eventual transition to the district's middle and high school programs. The school benefits from the resources and collaborative culture of the district while maintaining the character and community-oriented values typical of a rural Illinois institution. With its location on North 600 East Road, it serves as a central hub for families in Sidell and the surrounding areas, prioritizing both classroom excellence and a supportive, safe environment for elementary-aged children.
164
Total Students
17.1
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 151 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White151 (92.1 %)
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Two or More9 (5.5 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (1.8 %)
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Hispanic1 (0.6 %)
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: | Salt Fork CUSD 512 |
| Phone: | (217)288-9306 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 164 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
28
Kindergarten
21
Grade 1
24
Grade 2
19
Grade 3
19
Grade 4
27
Grade 5
26
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 28 |
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Grade 1 | 24 |
| Grade 2 | 19 |
| Grade 3 | 19 |
| Grade 4 | 27 |
| Grade 5 | 26 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 75 | 45.7% |
| Male | 89 | 54.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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