RIDGEVIEW JR HIGH SCHOOL

Ridgeview Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ridgeview CUSD 19 school district, located in Colfax, IL with about 131 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 9 teachers, Ridgeview Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Ridgeview Junior High School, located at 202 E Wood St in Colfax, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within the Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment where students in the junior high grades receive personalized attention. By bridging the gap between elementary and high school, the institution focuses on academic foundational skills, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the rigors of secondary education.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Colfax community, often acting as a hub for student extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic engagement. As part of a consolidated district, Ridgeview Junior High emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, aiming to cultivate a strong sense of school spirit and community responsibility among its student body. Through its dedicated faculty and community-focused curriculum, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that supports both the intellectual and character growth of its students.

For more information, contact Ridgeview Jr High School at (309) 723-2951 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.