Opdyke-Belle-Rive CCSD 5

Located at 19380 E 4th St in Opdyke, Illinois, Opdyke-Belle-Rive CCSD 5 is an active, traditional public school district serving the surrounding community within a distant rural setting near the Mount Vernon area. Operating a single school facility, the district delivers foundational early childhood, elementary, and middle school education, covering grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. With a small, close-knit student body of 122 pupils, the district fosters an intimate educational environment where students benefit from a strong sense of community and individualized attention across their early developmental years.

The district's operational framework is defined by a exceptionally strong staffing ratio relative to its student enrollment. Opdyke-Belle-Rive CCSD 5 employs nearly 27 full-time equivalent classroom teachers supported by 8 instructional aides, allowing for small class sizes and targeted learning interventions. An additional support staff of approximately 45 full-time personnel brings the district's total workforce to over 80 dedicated team members. This robust staffing model ensures that students receive comprehensive academic, administrative, and logistical support, making it a well-resourced hub for rural public education in southern Illinois.