Ashmore Elem School

Ashmore Elem School is a small, rural elementary school located in Ashmore, Illinois. Serving kindergarten through fourth grade, the school has an enrollment of 72 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of about 10 to 1 with seven full-time equivalent teachers. While Ashmore Elem School's MySchoolScout rating places it at 36th percentile among Illinois schools, the close-knit community fosters strong relationships between teachers and families.

Academically, the school has room for growth, with only 18% of students reaching proficiency in ELA/reading and 15% proficient or above in math. Despite these challenges, Ashmore Elem School continues to focus on student development and nurturing a supportive learning environment. Set amidst a rural landscape, the school benefits from a close-knit community that values education and works together to support its young learners.

With an enrollment of 72 students, Ashmore Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Ashmore Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.