POLO COMM HIGH SCHOOL

Polo Comm High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Polo CUSD 222 school district, located in Polo, IL with about 160 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 16 teachers, Polo Comm High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Polo Community High School, located in Polo, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the local community, operating as part of the Polo Community Unit School District 222. As a small, rural public high school, it focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students benefit from closer relationships with faculty and staff. The school is committed to fostering academic growth while offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and service organizations, designed to help students develop well-rounded skills and school spirit.

Beyond its core curriculum, Polo Community High School emphasizes community values and the preparation of its students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere that reflects the tight-knit nature of the surrounding Polo area. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with local engagement, the institution serves as a cornerstone for the district, aiming to empower its students to succeed as responsible and productive citizens.

For more information, contact Polo Comm High School at (815) 946-3314 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.