WALTONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Waltonville High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Waltonville CUSD 1 school district, located in Waltonville, IL with about 101 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 6 teachers, Waltonville High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Waltonville High School, located at 804 W Knob St in Waltonville, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the local rural community. As part of the Waltonville Community Unit School District 1, the school is known for its small-town environment, which often fosters close-knit relationships between students, faculty, and families. Being a smaller institution, it typically offers a personalized academic experience where students can participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs that might be more competitive or inaccessible in larger suburban districts.

The school is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of Waltonville, acting as a focal point for community pride and local events. Its curriculum focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter the workforce, attend a trade school, or pursue a university degree. By prioritizing a supportive learning atmosphere and maintaining strong community ties, Waltonville High School aims to provide its students with both a solid foundational education and a sense of belonging in a tight-knit regional setting.

For more information, contact Waltonville High School at (618) 279-7211 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.