FLORA HIGH SCHOOL

Flora High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Flora CUSD 35 school district, located in Flora, IL with about 358 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 26 teachers, Flora High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Flora High School, located at 600 S. Locust St. in Flora, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the community within the Flora Community Unit School District 35. The school is known for its role as a central hub for student development in Clay County, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and student organizations. The campus is integrated into the small-town fabric of Flora, fostering an environment where faculty and students often maintain close-knit relationships focused on college and career readiness.

Beyond its academic mission, Flora High School functions as an essential pillar of the local community, often hosting events that bring residents together. The school emphasizes traditional values and school spirit, frequently rallying around its athletic teams—the Wolves—to promote a sense of pride among students and alumni. By balancing state-mandated educational standards with the personal attention possible in a smaller district, Flora High School aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, vocational fields, and active citizenship.

For more information, contact Flora High School at (618) 662-8316 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.