ERIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Erie Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Erie CUSD 1 school district, located in Erie, IL with about 182 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 20 teachers, Erie Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Erie Middle School, located at 500 5th Ave in Erie, Illinois, serves as a central hub for student development within the Erie Community Unit School District #1. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school, focusing on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional maturity during the formative middle school years. By providing a structured yet supportive environment, the school aims to prepare its students for the rigor of high school while encouraging personal responsibility and community engagement.

Academically, Erie Middle School emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that seeks to challenge students while addressing their diverse learning needs. The school prioritizes core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, often supplemented by extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and exploratory electives. With a focus on the tight-knit community characteristic of the Erie area, the school works to maintain strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure a well-rounded and nurturing educational experience for all learners.

For more information, contact Erie Middle School at (309) 659-2239 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.