KING MIDDLE GRADE SCHOOL

King Middle Grade School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kankakee SD 111 school district, located in Kankakee, IL with about 569 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, King Middle Grade School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

King Middle Grade School, located at 1440 E. Court St. in Kankakee, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kankakee School District 111. The school is dedicated to bridging the critical gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional developmental needs of middle-grade students. By fostering a structured learning environment, the school aims to prepare its student body for the rigorous demands of secondary education while encouraging personal responsibility and intellectual growth.

Beyond its core curriculum, King Middle Grade School emphasizes community and student engagement to help adolescents navigate their formative years. The school utilizes its location in Kankakee to provide a localized educational experience that encourages collaboration among students, faculty, and families. Through a variety of academic programs and extracurricular initiatives, the institution strives to cultivate a supportive culture that promotes both individual achievement and the development of essential life skills, ensuring students are well-equipped for their future academic paths.

For more information, contact King Middle Grade School at (815) 933-0750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.