PLANK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Plank Junior High is a Title I public middle school that is part of the CUSD 308 school district, located in Oswego, IL with about 868 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 56 teachers, Plank Junior High 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.

Plank Junior High School, located at 510 Secretariat Lane in Oswego, Illinois, is a prominent middle school serving the community within the Oswego Community Unit School District 308. The school is designed to support students in their formative transition years between elementary and high school, fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. As part of a growing suburban district, the school benefits from modern facilities and a diverse student body, providing a comprehensive curriculum that typically includes core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, supplemented by various elective offerings and extracurricular activities.

Beyond the classroom, Plank Junior High is recognized for its efforts to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages student involvement. The school typically hosts a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and student organizations that allow children to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and forge connections with peers. By focusing on a collaborative culture involving staff, parents, and students, Plank Junior High strives to prepare its learners for the academic demands of high school while promoting values of responsibility, inclusivity, and personal growth within the Oswego community.

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

510 Secretariat Ln
Oswego, IL 60543-5206
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PLANK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Oswego, IL with about 868 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
CUSD 308
Total Students:
868
Teachers:
56.14
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 868 students

White
48.6%
Hispanic/Latino
33.6%
Black or African American
9.3%
Two or more races
4.7%
Asian
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.