MACHESNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Machesney Elem School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Harlem UD 122 school district, located in Machesney Park, IL with about 406 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 6th 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 27 teachers, Machesney Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Machesney Elementary School, located at 8615 N 2nd St in Machesney Park, Illinois, is a core educational institution within the Harlem School District 122. Serving students in the early stages of their academic journey, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. As a community-focused school, it works to engage families and local stakeholders to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction and a culture that values diversity and inclusive learning. By utilizing a variety of teaching strategies and resources, Machesney Elementary aims to meet the individual needs of its diverse student body while maintaining a focus on grade-level standards. Beyond the classroom, the school often promotes extracurricular involvement and community outreach, striving to create a holistic educational experience that helps students develop both academically and as responsible members of the Machesney Park community.

For more information, contact Machesney Elem School at (815) 654-4509 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.