INDIANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Indiana Elem School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Matteson ESD 162 school district, located in Park Forest, IL with about 373 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 25 teachers, Indiana Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Indiana Elementary School, located at 165 Indiana St in Park Forest, Illinois, is a public primary educational institution serving the local community. As part of the Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the elementary grade levels. The school environment is structured to support early childhood development and core curriculum standards, aiming to prepare students for successful transitions to middle school.

The facility serves as a focal point for the surrounding neighborhood, emphasizing community involvement and a supportive learning atmosphere. Like many schools in the district, Indiana Elementary strives to integrate social-emotional learning with traditional academics, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Parents and community members typically rely on the school for its commitment to student growth, extracurricular engagement, and providing the necessary resources for academic achievement within the Park Forest area.

For more information, contact Indiana Elem School at (708) 747-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.