HIGGINS EDUCATION CENTER

Higgins Education Center is a Title I public high school that is part of the Township HSD 211 school district, located in Hoffman Estates, IL with about 104 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 12 teachers, Higgins Education Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

The Higgins Education Center, located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, serves as a specialized facility under the administration of Township High School District 211. Unlike traditional neighborhood high schools, this center is primarily designed to provide alternative educational programming and support services. Its mission is to cater to students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, offering customized curriculum options and academic interventions to help them meet graduation requirements and achieve their individual goals.

Beyond its academic offerings, the center places a strong emphasis on student support, providing a structured, smaller setting that fosters closer relationships between students and faculty. By focusing on social-emotional growth alongside academic progress, the Higgins Education Center works to re-engage students and prepare them for post-secondary success. The facility acts as a vital resource for the district, ensuring that a diverse range of student needs are met through specialized instruction and targeted mentorship.

For more information, contact Higgins Education Center at (847) 755-6640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.