BELLEVILLE TWP HS-NIGHT/ALT SCHOOL

Belleville Twp HS-Night/Alt Sch is a Title I public high school that is part of the Belleville Twp HSD 201 school district, located in Belleville, IL with about 138 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 2 teachers, Belleville Twp HS-Night/Alt Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 69:1. 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.

Belleville Township High School’s Night/Alternative program, located at 2555 West Blvd in Belleville, Illinois, serves as a specialized educational environment designed for students who require an unconventional approach to completing their high school diploma. Unlike traditional daytime high school settings, this program is structured to provide flexibility for students who may be managing work commitments, family responsibilities, or personal challenges that make a standard schedule difficult to maintain. By offering a condensed or alternative curriculum, the school aims to keep students on the path to graduation, providing them with the necessary academic support to overcome barriers to success.

The school operates under the umbrella of the Belleville Township High School District, ensuring that students receive an accredited education that maintains the district’s academic standards while fostering a more focused, smaller-classroom environment. The program is particularly vital for students who have fallen behind in credits or who feel disengaged from the traditional high school model. Through targeted instruction and a supportive, non-traditional atmosphere, the Night/Alternative school emphasizes credit recovery and personalized growth, ultimately helping students earn their diplomas and prepare for post-secondary opportunities in a way that respects their unique circumstances.

For more information, contact Belleville Twp HS-Night/Alt Sch at (618) 222-3723 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.