SERENA HIGH SCHOOL

Serena High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Serena CUSD 2 school district, located in Serena, IL with about 225 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 18 teachers, Serena High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Serena High School is a small, rural public high school located in Serena, Illinois, serving the communities within the Serena Community Unit School District 2. As a compact educational institution, the school focuses on fostering a close-knit environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty and staff. The school is deeply rooted in the local community, emphasizing strong relationships between teachers, students, and families to support both academic growth and extracurricular involvement.

The school offers a traditional comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and vocational opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Serena High School encourages student participation in a variety of athletics, clubs, and service-oriented activities, which are integral to the school's culture. By prioritizing a supportive atmosphere and community engagement, Serena High School aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that helps students develop into responsible and capable citizens within their rural Illinois setting.

For more information, contact Serena High School at (815) 496-2361 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.