CARBONDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Carbondale Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Carbondale ESD 95 school district, located in Carbondale, IL with about 427 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 34 teachers, Carbondale Middle School 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.

Carbondale Middle School, located at 1150 E Grand Ave in Carbondale, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for students in the local community. As part of the Carbondale Elementary School District 95, the school is dedicated to bridging the transition between primary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of middle-grade learners. The campus environment is designed to foster both intellectual growth and personal development, providing students with a structured yet engaging space to explore a wide variety of subjects and extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Carbondale Middle School emphasizes a community-oriented approach to education. The school encourages collaboration among staff, students, and families to create an inclusive environment where students are challenged to reach their potential. By offering a blend of traditional academic instruction and supportive programs, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the complexities of high school and beyond, while instilling the values necessary for lifelong success and active citizenship within the Carbondale area.

For more information, contact Carbondale Middle School at (618) 457-2174 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.