MACOMB SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Macomb Senior High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Macomb CUSD 185 school district, located in Macomb, IL with about 592 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 40 teachers, Macomb Senior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Macomb Senior High School, located at 1525 S. Johnson St. in Macomb, Illinois, serves as the primary public secondary educational institution for the Macomb Community Unit School District 185. As the local high school, it plays a central role in the community by providing a comprehensive academic curriculum, as well as a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness.

The school is notable for its connection to the surrounding Macomb area, often working in tandem with local resources and the nearby Western Illinois University to enhance student learning opportunities. With a focus on fostering both intellectual growth and civic responsibility, Macomb Senior High School serves as a hub for the community’s youth, emphasizing a supportive environment that aims to balance rigorous academic standards with the diverse social and developmental needs of its student body.

For more information, contact Macomb Senior High School at (309) 837-2331 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.