BRADFORD JR HIGH SCHOOL

Bradford Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Bradford CUSD 1 school district, located in Bradford, IL with about 45 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 6 teachers, Bradford Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Bradford Jr. High School is located at 115 High St in Bradford, Illinois, and serves as a key educational institution for the local rural community. As a junior high facility, it typically provides a transitionary academic environment for students in the middle grades, focusing on foundational development, social growth, and preparation for high school curriculum. The school operates within the broader context of the regional educational system in Stark County, emphasizing a small-town atmosphere where community involvement and personalized attention for students are often prioritized.

Because it is situated in a smaller Illinois village, the school often functions as a central hub for local families and extracurricular activities. The facility at High Street is integrated into the town’s infrastructure, reflecting the typical structure of Midwestern public schools that serve both the immediate village population and surrounding agricultural areas. Prospective families or observers usually view the school as a close-knit learning environment that balances core state-mandated academics with the unique social dynamics characteristic of a tight-knit, rural Illinois community.

For more information, contact Bradford Jr High School at (309) 897-4441 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.