DU QUOIN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Du Quoin Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Du Quoin CUSD 300 school district, located in Du Quoin, IL with about 469 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 29 teachers, Du Quoin Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Du Quoin Middle School, located at 845 E Jackson St in Du Quoin, Illinois, serves as a central pillar of the local educational community. Catering to students in the middle grades, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary foundation-building and the more rigorous academic expectations of high school. The facility is situated within the Du Quoin Community Unit School District #300, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for the youth of Perry County.

Beyond core academics, Du Quoin Middle School typically emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, incorporating extracurricular activities and social-emotional development to help students navigate their adolescent years. By fostering a sense of community and school spirit, the institution aims to prepare its students not only for academic success in their future endeavors but also for active participation in the wider Du Quoin community. Its location on Jackson Street serves as a focal point for local families, maintaining a long-standing tradition of education in the region.

For more information, contact Du Quoin Middle School at (618) 542-2646 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.