THOMPSON JR HIGH SCHOOL

Thompson Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the CUSD 308 school district, located in Oswego, IL with about 886 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 57 teachers, Thompson Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Thompson Junior High School, located in Oswego, Illinois, is a prominent middle-level institution serving students in the 6th through 8th grades. As part of the Oswego Community Unit School District 308, the school is situated in the Boulder Hill neighborhood and serves as a key educational hub for the surrounding suburban community. The facility is designed to support the unique developmental needs of early adolescents, balancing academic rigor with social-emotional growth during these transitional years.

The school is known for fostering a comprehensive learning environment that emphasizes core academic subjects, such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, while also offering a variety of extracurricular activities. These programs typically include athletic teams, student clubs, and creative arts opportunities, which encourage students to explore their interests outside the traditional classroom setting. By focusing on both character development and academic achievement, Thompson Junior High aims to prepare its student body for the rigors of high school and long-term success.

For more information, contact Thompson Jr High School at (630) 636-3489 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.