ROANOKE-BENSON JR HIGH SCHOOL

Roanoke-Benson Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Roanoke Benson CUSD 60 school district, located in Benson, IL with about 134 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 11 teachers, Roanoke-Benson Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Roanoke-Benson Junior High School, located in Benson, Illinois, serves as a core educational hub for the surrounding rural community. As part of the Roanoke-Benson Community Unit School District 60, the school provides a focused middle-level education environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary schooling and the more rigorous demands of high school. The facility on West Reiter Street serves as a focal point for local families, emphasizing a close-knit school culture that prioritizes personalized attention and community involvement.

Academically and extracurricularly, the school aims to foster both intellectual growth and character development in its students. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio typical of district-level junior high settings, Roanoke-Benson provides an environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests through various departmental subjects and extracurricular activities. The school acts as an integral part of the local social fabric, striving to prepare its students for future academic success while upholding the traditional values and collaborative spirit of the Benson area.

For more information, contact Roanoke-Benson Jr High School at (309) 394-2233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.