EFFINGHAM JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Effingham Junior High School is a public middle school that is part of the Effingham CUSD 40 school district, located in Effingham, IL with about 581 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Effingham Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Effingham Junior High School, located at 600 S. Henrietta St. in Effingham, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution for students in the Effingham Community Unit School District #40. The school typically caters to students in the middle grades—generally 6th through 8th—providing a transition between elementary education and high school. The facility is centrally located within the community, acting as a focal point for the academic and social development of the area's youth.

The school is committed to fostering a comprehensive learning environment that balances rigorous academic standards with extracurricular opportunities. By offering a range of subjects, athletic programs, and student organizations, Effingham Junior High aims to support the diverse interests and developmental needs of its adolescent population. Through its dedicated staff and focus on community engagement, the school strives to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing both intellectual growth and positive character development.

For more information, contact Effingham Junior High School at (217) 540-1300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.