EASTERN HIGH SCHOOL

Eastern High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Washington School Corp school district, located in Pekin, IN with about 458 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 26 teachers, Eastern High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Eastern High School, located in Pekin, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the East Washington School Corporation. Situated in a rural community, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student development. The school typically offers a range of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities, including athletic programs and student organizations, designed to prepare students for post-secondary education or the workforce.

As a community-focused institution, Eastern High School plays a central role in the lives of local families in the Pekin area. The school prides itself on maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where faculty and staff strive to meet the individual needs of their students. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with opportunities for personal growth and community involvement, Eastern High School aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens equipped to succeed in an evolving global landscape.

For more information, contact Eastern High School at (812) 967-3931 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.