WAUCONDA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wauconda Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Wauconda CUSD 118 school district, located in Wauconda, IL with about 634 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 41 teachers, Wauconda Middle 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.

Wauconda Middle School, located at 217 Slocum Lake Road in Wauconda, Illinois, serves as a key educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Wauconda Community Unit School District 118. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of early adolescents. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of core subjects while offering extracurricular activities that encourage exploration and personal growth.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student well-being. By utilizing resources that cater to the unique needs of middle-schoolers, Wauconda Middle School strives to build a culture of respect, responsibility, and collaboration. Through its faculty’s commitment to instructional excellence and a wide array of clubs, sports, and enrichment programs, the school prepares its students for future success in the Wauconda High School environment and beyond.

For more information, contact Wauconda Middle School at (847) 526-2122 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.