OAKWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Oakwood Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Oakwood CUSD 76 school district, located in Danville, IL with about 153 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 11 teachers, Oakwood Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Oakwood Junior High School, located at 21600 N 900 East Rd in Danville, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within the Oakwood Community Unit School District 76. Situated in a rural setting, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, fostering an environment tailored to the developmental needs of early adolescents. The school is committed to building a solid academic foundation while encouraging students to explore their interests through various extracurricular opportunities and social-emotional development programs.

As part of the wider Oakwood community, the junior high emphasizes a close-knit school culture that values student participation and community involvement. The staff works to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. By maintaining a focus on both rigorous standards and character building, Oakwood Junior High strives to prepare its students for the academic challenges they will face upon transitioning to the local high school.

For more information, contact Oakwood Junior High School at (217) 443-2883 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.