GALLATIN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Gallatin Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Gallatin CUSD 7 school district, located in Junction, IL with about 245 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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, Gallatin Junior 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.

Gallatin Junior High School is located at 5175 Highway 13 in Junction, Illinois. It serves as a central educational hub for students in the surrounding Gallatin County area, typically catering to the middle school grades (6th through 8th) as they transition from elementary instruction to high school preparatory work. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit community setting, reflecting the identity of the Gallatin County Community Unit School District.

As a junior high institution, the school focuses on a well-rounded curriculum designed to support the academic and social development of early adolescents. In addition to core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, the school often participates in regional extracurricular activities and athletics that help foster student engagement and community spirit. By providing a structured environment tailored to this developmental stage, Gallatin Junior High aims to equip students with the foundational skills necessary for success in their future high school endeavors.

For more information, contact Gallatin Junior High School at (618) 272-7008 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.