COTTAGE GROVE UPPER GRADE CENTER

Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ford Heights SD 169 school district, located in Ford Heights, IL with about 169 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 14 teachers, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center 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.

Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center, located at 800 E 14th St in Ford Heights, Illinois, serves as a primary educational facility for students in the surrounding community. Operating within the East Chicago Heights School District 163, the school is dedicated to providing academic instruction to upper-grade students, typically focusing on the middle school transition years. The institution plays a vital role in the local area by offering a structured learning environment aimed at developing foundational skills in core subjects while preparing students for the rigors of high school education.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center acts as a focal point for the small community of Ford Heights. The school emphasizes the importance of student growth and community engagement, working to support the unique needs of its student population in an area that often faces socio-economic challenges. By providing consistent educational resources and support systems, the center strives to foster an environment where students can build confidence and academic competence, serving as a critical pillar for educational equity within the local school district.

For more information, contact Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center at (708) 758-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.