8TH GRADE ACADEMY

8th Grade Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cahokia CUSD 187 school district, located in Cahokia, IL with about 204 students. 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 13 teachers, 8th Grade Academy 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.

The **8th Grade Academy**, located at 1900 Mousette Lane in Cahokia, Illinois, serves as a specialized transitional campus within the Cahokia School District 187. Designed specifically to support students during their final year of middle school, the academy focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. By grouping the entire 8th-grade student body together, the school aims to create a focused, age-appropriate environment where students can develop the academic discipline and social maturity required for success at the secondary level.

The institution prioritizes a structured educational experience tailored to the developmental needs of early adolescents. By isolating 8th graders from the rest of the K-8 or middle school population, the academy is able to implement targeted intervention strategies, personalized counseling, and high school preparatory programming. This focused approach is intended to boost student engagement, improve academic performance, and ensure that all students are prepared to transition seamlessly into Cahokia High School with the necessary foundational skills and confidence.

For more information, contact 8th Grade Academy at (618) 332-4705 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.