CHIDDIX JR HIGH SCHOOL
Chiddix Jr High School is a public middle school that is part of the McLean County USD 5 school district, located in Normal, IL with about 690 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Chiddix Jr High 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.
Chiddix Junior High School, located in Normal, Illinois, serves as a prominent middle-level educational institution within Unit 5 School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. With a focus on academic rigor balanced by social-emotional growth, Chiddix provides a wide array of core curriculum offerings alongside diverse extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and various student-led clubs, all designed to prepare students for the transition to high school.
The school is deeply integrated into the Bloomington-Normal community, benefiting from the region's strong emphasis on education and professional development. Chiddix places a high value on collaborative partnerships between faculty, students, and parents, utilizing these connections to enhance student success. By emphasizing character development and community involvement, the school strives to cultivate not only skilled learners but also responsible, engaged citizens who are ready to contribute positively to their local and global environments.
For more information, contact Chiddix Jr High School at (309) 557-4405 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Normal, IL 61761-3025
(309) 557-4405
CHIDDIX JR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Normal, IL with about 690 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- McLean County USD 5
- Total Students:
- 690
- Teachers:
- 43.17
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 690 students
- White
- 65.9%
- Asian
- 12.5%
- Black or African American
- 10.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.