SALT FORK HIGH SCHOOL

Salt Fork High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Salt Fork CUSD 512 school district, located in Catlin, IL with about 268 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Salt Fork High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Salt Fork High School, located in Catlin, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Salt Fork Community Unit School District #512. The school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, typical of rural Illinois districts, where it emphasizes a balance between academic achievement and extracurricular involvement. By serving the students of Catlin and the surrounding rural areas, the school acts as a central pillar for the local community, maintaining a focus on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond its core curriculum, Salt Fork High School offers a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and clubs that aim to develop well-rounded individuals. The school district places a significant value on maintaining personal connections between students and staff, often utilizing its smaller school size to provide more individualized attention. As an integral part of the Catlin community, the school frequently collaborates with local stakeholders to ensure that the educational environment remains responsive to the needs of the students and the expectations of the families it serves.

For more information, contact Salt Fork High School at (217) 427-5331 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.