Cuba Elem School

Cuba Elem School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Cuba, Illinois. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 193 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Cuba Elem School focuses on providing a nurturing environment for young learners, though its academic performance shows room for improvement.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 5.3 out of 10, and it ranks at #1990 among the state's 3819 schools in Illinois. In terms of standardized testing, 35% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 32% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Math. Despite these challenges, Cuba Elem School continues to support its students through personalized attention and a strong sense of community within the rural setting of Fulton County.

The school’s location offers a close-knit environment where children can grow and thrive with the support of dedicated educators and families who are deeply invested in their educational journey.

With an enrollment of 193 students, Cuba 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, Cuba 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.