KASKASKIA EDUCATION CENTER

Kaskaskia Education Center is a public high school that is part of the Kaskaskia Spec Educ District school district, located in Centralia, IL with about 9 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, Kaskaskia Education Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

The Kaskaskia Education Center (KEC), located in Centralia, Illinois, functions as a specialized regional facility designed to provide essential support services for students with unique educational needs. Operating under the umbrella of the Kaskaskia Special Education District, the center serves as a collaborative hub for local school districts, offering therapeutic and instructional environments for students who require more intensive intervention than what may be available in a traditional general education setting.

The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development through personalized learning plans and a highly structured atmosphere. By leveraging a team of specialized staff—including special education teachers, counselors, and support personnel—the Kaskaskia Education Center aims to empower students to overcome behavioral or cognitive challenges, ultimately striving to help them reach their full potential and succeed within their academic communities.

For more information, contact Kaskaskia Education Center at (618) 532-4721 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.