PAXTON-BUCKLEY-LODA JR HIGH SCHOOL

Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUD 10 school district, located in Paxton, IL with about 309 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 24 teachers, Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Paxton-Buckley-Loda Junior High School (PBL Junior High), located in Paxton, Illinois, serves as the primary middle-level educational institution for the Paxton-Buckley-Loda Community Unit School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of students during their early adolescent years.

In addition to its core curriculum, PBL Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and fine arts programs. The school prides itself on being a hub for the local community, encouraging parental involvement and maintaining strong ties with the surrounding area to ensure that students are prepared for future academic success and civic engagement.

For more information, contact Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch at (217) 379-9202 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.