CENTRAL ELEM.

CENTRAL ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the UNION R-XI school district, located in UNION, MO with about 738 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 60 teachers, CENTRAL ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located at 2 E Springfield in Union, Missouri, is a public primary school serving students within the School District of Union. As an educational institution, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for children in the early stages of their academic careers, typically covering grades ranging from kindergarten through the early elementary years. The school is situated in the heart of the community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, localized education to the families of Union.

Like many schools in the region, Central Elementary emphasizes core academic development in subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while also fostering social and emotional growth. The school typically utilizes the district’s standardized curriculum to ensure students are prepared for advancement to the district’s intermediate and middle school levels. As part of the Union R-XI School District, Central Elementary benefits from being part of a larger network of schools that prioritizes community engagement, teacher-led instruction, and a supportive environment designed to help young learners thrive.

For more information, contact CENTRAL ELEM. at (636) 583-3152 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.