PATOKA SR HIGH SCHOOL

Patoka Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Patoka CUSD 100 school district, located in Patoka, IL with about 62 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 7 teachers, Patoka Sr High School 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.

Patoka Senior High School, located at 1220 Kinoka Rd in Patoka, Illinois, serves as a focal point for education within the small, rural community of Marion County. As part of the Patoka Community Unit School District 100, the school operates with a commitment to providing a personalized learning environment where students receive individualized attention due to the smaller student body size. The institution emphasizes a balance between traditional academic preparation and the social development of its students, striving to prepare them for post-secondary education or the workforce.

The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the local Patoka community, often acting as a hub for extracurricular activities and community engagement. By fostering a close-knit atmosphere, Patoka Senior High aims to create a supportive culture where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to encourage student success. While it maintains the characteristics of a rural district, the school continues to focus on equipping students with essential skills, leveraging its community-oriented environment to help them navigate their future paths.

For more information, contact Patoka Sr High School at (618) 432-5440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.