CALHOUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Calhoun Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the McLean County school district, located in Calhoun, KY with about 352 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 21 teachers, Calhoun Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Calhoun Elementary School, located at 755 Main St in Calhoun, Kentucky, serves as a foundational educational institution within the McLean County School District. As a community-centered school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction to students in the elementary grade levels, aiming to build a strong educational baseline in a supportive, small-town environment. The school emphasizes fundamental literacy and numeracy skills while fostering social-emotional development, preparing its students for success as they transition to higher grade levels within the district.

Beyond academics, Calhoun Elementary acts as a vital hub for the local Calhoun community. The school environment is typically characterized by a close-knit atmosphere where staff, parents, and local stakeholders work collaboratively to enhance the student experience. By leveraging its location in the heart of McLean County, the school integrates community values into its culture, striving to ensure that every student receives personalized attention in a safe and nurturing setting designed to promote lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Calhoun Elementary School at (270) 273-3264 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.