SCHRUM MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Schrum Memorial School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hoover-Schrum Memorial SD 157 school district, located in Calumet City, IL with about 277 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 28 teachers, Schrum Memorial School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Schrum Memorial School, located in Calumet City, Illinois, serves as a central educational institution within the Schrum Memorial School District 157. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and character development for its student body. By focusing on fundamental subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of higher education and their future roles as productive community members.

Beyond its core curriculum, Schrum Memorial School places a significant emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates the diversity of the local Calumet City area. The school typically engages in various extracurricular programs and community-oriented initiatives designed to encourage student participation and collaboration. Through a combination of dedicated faculty and a commitment to meeting individual student needs, the school strives to maintain a standard of excellence that helps every student reach their full potential within a safe and structured environment.

For more information, contact Schrum Memorial School at (708) 862-4236 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.