ROANOKE-BENSON HIGH SCHOOL

Roanoke-Benson High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Roanoke Benson CUSD 60 school district, located in Roanoke, IL with about 164 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 15 teachers, Roanoke-Benson 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.

Roanoke-Benson High School, located at 208 W High St in Roanoke, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding rural community. As a smaller, tight-knit institution, the school focuses on fostering a personalized learning environment where students benefit from close relationships with faculty and staff. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while emphasizing character development and community involvement, preparing its graduates for success in post-secondary education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Roanoke-Benson High School prides itself on a robust extracurricular culture that encourages student participation in athletics, academic clubs, and the arts. By maintaining strong ties to the local community, the school offers a supportive atmosphere that reflects the values of the Roanoke-Benson district. Through its blend of rigorous academics and a vibrant extracurricular program, the high school strives to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are ready to engage with the world beyond their local community.

For more information, contact Roanoke-Benson High School at (309) 923-8401 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.