T E Culbertson Elementary School

T. E. Culbertson Elementary School is a public K–5 school located at 1521 E. Washington Street, Joliet, IL 60433, and is part of Joliet Public Schools District 86.Serving approximately 407 students across kindergarten through 5th grade in the 2023–24 school year, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of about 26:1 with around 15.7 full-time equivalent teachers. Under Principal Kesha Brown and Assistant Principal Yolanda Coleman, Ed.D., Culbertson emphasizes differentiated instruction, timely interventions, and strong stakeholder collaboration to ensure academic success for all students.The school also features a Gifted & Talented program to enrich learning opportunities.

Culbertson routinely celebrates outstanding student accomplishments. In March 2025, Students of the Month were honored, recognizing individual excellence. The school also participates in district-level events like the Elementary School Spelling Bee, where its students have excelled. In April 2025, the district received the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting (COE) for the 40th consecutive year.Additionally, assistant principals across the district, including Culbertson’s, were recognized with accolades from the Illinois Principals Association in collaboration with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.

Who are the school administrators at Culbertson? A: The principal is Kesha Brown, and the assistant principal is Yolanda Coleman, Ed.D. Q: What grades does the school serve and what is its enrollment? A: Culbertson serves kindergarten through 5th grade, with an enrollment of around 407 students. Q: What is the student–teacher ratio? A: The school has about 15.7 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of approximately 26:1. Q: How does the school perform academically? A: On average, 17% of students scored at or above the proficient level in reading, compared to district averages. Q: What recent school highlights or notable events have occurred? A: The school recently celebrated its Students of the Month, had participants excel in the district spelling bee, and engaged in e-Learning day activities and district-wide financial and leadership recognitions.