District Overview
Located at 301 W Butternut St in Elmwood, Illinois, Elmwood Community Unit School District (CUSD) 322 is an active, traditional public school district serving families within the broader Peoria metropolitan area. Set in a rural distant geographic setting, the non-charter district operates three dedicated schools that deliver a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Federal educational data for the 2024–2025 academic year indicates a total enrollment of 622 students, comprised of 301 female and 320 male learners. The student body reflects a cohesive rural educational community, encompassing 561 White, 31 multiracial, 16 Hispanic, 12 Black, and 1 Pacific Islander students, starting with 33 children enrolled in early childhood pre-kindergarten programs and extending through the high school grades.

To maintain its educational standards and supportive learning environment, Elmwood CUSD 322 relies on a well-balanced workforce across its facilities. The district maintains a total staffing strength of approximately 214.4 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions, led by 95.3 FTE certified teachers who deliver core instruction. This teaching faculty is reinforced by 14.1 FTE instructional aides and 105 support staff members who oversee transportation, facility maintenance, administration, and specialized student services. For researchers analyzing rural school ecosystems or prospective families seeking a close-knit public school district, Elmwood CUSD 322 offers a comprehensive academic framework backed by dedicated local personnel. Further information is accessible via the district’s website at www.elmwood322.com or by phone at (309) 742-8464.
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Total Schools
622
Total Students
95.3
Full-Time Teachers
6.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Elmwood CUSD 322
Demographic Student Count
White561
Hispanic16
Black12
Two or More31
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    561 (90.3%)
  • Two or More
    31 (5.0%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (2.6%)
  • Black
    12 (1.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Elmwood CUSD 322
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:622*
Teachers (FTE):95.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.5
Schools in Elmwood CUSD 322
Found 3 Schools