JAMES B EADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
James B Eads Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the School Town of Munster school district, located in Munster, IN with about 526 students offering grade levels from 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 25 teachers, James B Eads Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
James B. Eads Elementary School, located at 8001 Harrison Ave in Munster, Indiana, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Munster School Corporation, the school is well-known for its strong academic standards, dedicated teaching staff, and a supportive learning environment. Eads Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded education, integrating core curriculum requirements with opportunities for social-emotional growth and community involvement.
The school is frequently recognized for its consistent academic performance and is often cited as a cornerstone of the Munster community. With a focus on preparing students for middle school success, Eads Elementary fosters a culture of inclusivity and excellence, consistently striving to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Its location in a residential area of Munster makes it a central hub for families, and it is widely viewed as one of the top-performing elementary institutions in the region.
For more information, contact James B Eads Elementary School at (219) 836-8635 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Munster, IN 46321-1199
(219) 836-8635
JAMES B EADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Munster, IN with about 526 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- School Town of Munster
- Total Students:
- 526
- Teachers:
- 25
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 526 students
- White
- 50.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 25.9%
- Black or African American
- 10.1%
- Asian
- 8.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.6%
- Male
- 49.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.