EDWARDS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Edwards County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Edwards County CUSD 1 school district, located in Albion, IL with about 289 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 19 teachers, Edwards County 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.

Edwards County High School, located in Albion, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Edwards County Community Unit School District #1. The school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Albion, providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As a focal point for the local community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, leveraging its small-school atmosphere to foster close relationships between students and faculty.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Edwards County High School maintains a commitment to student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music, and vocational programs. The school serves as a central hub for community engagement, often hosting local events and fostering a sense of school pride that extends throughout the district. By balancing traditional instruction with modern educational initiatives, the institution strives to equip its student body with the skills necessary to navigate the challenges of the 21st century while maintaining the values of their rural Illinois community.

For more information, contact Edwards County High School at (618) 445-2325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.