MURPHYSBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Murphysboro Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Murphysboro CUSD 186 school district, located in Murphysboro, IL with about 438 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 30 teachers, Murphysboro Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Murphysboro Middle School, located at 2125 Spruce Street in Murphysboro, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for students in the local community during their transitional middle school years. As part of the Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and personal development. The campus provides a structured learning environment designed to help students navigate the challenges of adolescence while preparing them for the rigors of high school.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Murphysboro Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, sports, and social opportunities. The school focuses on building a supportive culture where faculty and staff work to address the unique social-emotional needs of middle-grade learners. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Murphysboro community, the school strives to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students, ensuring they remain engaged and successful throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact Murphysboro Middle School at (618) 684-3041 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.