SANGAMON VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sangamon Valley Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Sangamon Valley CUSD 9 school district, located in Illiopolis, IL with about 161 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 14 teachers, Sangamon Valley Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Sangamon Valley Middle School, located at 341 Matilda St in Illiopolis, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for the students of the Sangamon Valley School District. As a middle school, it plays a critical developmental role in bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on fostering academic growth while helping students navigate the social and emotional challenges typical of early adolescence. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment that encourages students to build foundational skills in core subjects while exploring extracurricular interests.

Beyond the classroom, the school functions as a vital part of the small-town Illiopolis community. By maintaining a smaller campus setting, Sangamon Valley Middle School is able to offer a more personalized approach to instruction, allowing teachers to better engage with students on an individual level. The institution emphasizes the importance of school spirit and community involvement, striving to prepare its students not only for future academic success but also to become responsible and active members of the broader society.

For more information, contact Sangamon Valley Middle School at (217) 486-2241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.