BLOOMINGTON JR HIGH SCHOOL

Bloomington Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Bloomington SD 87 school district, located in Bloomington, IL with about 1,247 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 79 teachers, Bloomington Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Bloomington Junior High School, located at 901 Colton Avenue in Bloomington, Illinois, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Bloomington Public Schools District 87. The school typically caters to students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on a transitional curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic environment of high school. The facility is situated in a residential area of Bloomington and plays a significant role in the local community by fostering both academic growth and extracurricular development for its middle-school-aged population.

Academically, the school emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, while also offering a variety of exploratory classes, such as the arts, music, and physical education. Beyond the classroom, Bloomington Junior High provides numerous opportunities for student involvement, including competitive athletics, clubs, and service organizations. By encouraging student participation in these diverse activities, the school aims to support the social-emotional maturation of its students, preparing them for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Bloomington Jr High School at (309) 827-0086 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.