Batavia elementary schools place heavy emphasis on the basics of language arts and literature, mathematics, science, and social studies, augmenting these with computer literacy programs. In addition, the curriculum offers art, music, and physical education. Batavia High School has recently expanded in size to accommodate a growing enrollment and the demands of contemporary education. Students are offered close to 120 different course, including honors or advanced placement courses in English, mathematics, biology, earth science, American history, and American government. The school also offers the opportunity to study Spanish, French, or Latin.
Students can also participate in a variety of instrumental ensembles and choral groups.
Computers, too, play an important role in the education process. Batavia High joins other high schools throughout the nation with a home page on the Internet. Besides preparing students for college, Batavia High School provides career training, providing study in more than 20 different career fields. Classes are conducted both in the school and at nearby Fox Valley Career Center. Aiding the school system in Batavia is the Foundation for Educational Excellence , an organization created in 1985.