CARL SANDBURG JR HIGH SCHOOL

Carl Sandburg Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Palatine CCSD 15 school district, located in Rolling Meadows, IL with about 496 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 32 teachers, Carl Sandburg 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.

Carl Sandburg Junior High School, located at 2600 Martin Lane in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, serves as a key educational hub for students in grades 7 and 8 within Community Consolidated School District 15. The school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. By offering a diverse range of core subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities, the institution aims to prepare its adolescent student body for the transition to high school while encouraging them to explore their personal interests and talents.

The school community is characterized by a strong commitment to student engagement and inclusive excellence. With a focus on preparing students for 21st-century challenges, Carl Sandburg integrates technology into the classroom and maintains active partnerships with parents and the surrounding Rolling Meadows community. Through various athletic programs, student clubs, and academic initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience that promotes leadership, critical thinking, and citizenship among its students.

For more information, contact Carl Sandburg Jr High School at (847) 963-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.