WM F GURRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wm F Gurrie Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the La Grange SD 105 South school district, located in La Grange, IL with about 309 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 26 teachers, Wm F Gurrie Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

William F. Gurrie Middle School, located in La Grange, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution for students in grades 7 and 8 within the La Grange School District 105. The school is known for fostering a supportive community environment that focuses on the transitional needs of middle schoolers, balancing rigorous academic expectations with the social-emotional development required during these formative years.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering a variety of core subjects alongside robust extracurricular programs, including athletics, performing arts, and student clubs. By prioritizing personalized learning and collaborative teaching, Gurrie Middle School aims to prepare its students for the academic demands of high school while encouraging them to become active, responsible, and engaged members of their local community.

For more information, contact Wm F Gurrie Middle School at (708) 482-2720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.