WALDRON JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL

Waldron Jr-Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Shelby Eastern Schools school district, located in Waldron, IN with about 290 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 23 teachers, Waldron Jr-Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Waldron Jr-Sr High School, located in the rural community of Waldron, Indiana, serves students in grades 7 through 12 as part of the Shelby Eastern Schools district. As a smaller school setting, it emphasizes a close-knit academic environment where students benefit from individualized attention and a strong sense of community. The school is dedicated to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Waldron Jr-Sr High School maintains an active extracurricular culture that is central to the identity of the school and the surrounding town. The institution offers a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and academic organizations that encourage student leadership and school spirit. By balancing a rigorous core curriculum with diverse opportunities for personal growth, the school strives to foster an environment where students are well-supported both academically and socially during their formative middle and high school years.

For more information, contact Waldron Jr-Sr High School at (765) 525-6822 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.