NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Norwood Elem School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Norwood ESD 63 school district, located in Peoria, IL with about 173 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 13 teachers, Norwood Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Norwood Elementary School, located at 6521 W Farmington Rd in Peoria, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Peoria area. As part of the local public school landscape, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its students. It generally focuses on providing a core curriculum rooted in foundational subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and student engagement.

The school is known for its role in the immediate West Peoria community, offering a suburban-style educational setting that prioritizes a supportive atmosphere for its student body. By maintaining a focus on building strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, Norwood Elementary aims to equip its learners with the essential skills necessary to transition successfully to middle school and beyond. Through various extracurricular offerings and classroom initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a sense of school spirit and academic curiosity in its young learners.

For more information, contact Norwood Elem School at (309) 676-3683 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.