ELVERADO HIGH SCHOOL

Elverado High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Elverado CUSD 196 school district, located in Elkville, IL with about 118 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 11 teachers, Elverado High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Elverado High School, located in Elkville, Illinois, serves as a central educational institution for the local community as part of the Elverado Community Unit School District 196. As a small, rural high school, it focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students can engage with both core academic requirements and various extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes a close-knit culture, leveraging its size to foster strong relationships between students, faculty, and the surrounding community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Elverado High School is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce. The school maintains a sense of community pride through its athletics and local events, which serve as a hub for Elkville residents. By balancing academic development with character building, the institution strives to support the individual growth and success of its student body within the Southern Illinois region.

For more information, contact Elverado High School at (618) 568-1104 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.