Knoxville Jr High School
245 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Knoxville Junior High School, located at 701 E Mill St in Knoxville, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Knoxville Community Unit School District 202. The school is committed to providing a supportive and challenging academic environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies with elective opportunities, the institution aims to foster both intellectual growth and personal responsibility during a critical developmental stage of adolescence.
Beyond its academic mission, Knoxville Junior High emphasizes the importance of community, character development, and student involvement. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics and clubs, which allow students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and school spirit. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the faculty and staff prioritize a collaborative partnership with parents and the local community to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in a safe and encouraging learning environment.
Beyond its academic mission, Knoxville Junior High emphasizes the importance of community, character development, and student involvement. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics and clubs, which allow students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and school spirit. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the faculty and staff prioritize a collaborative partnership with parents and the local community to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in a safe and encouraging learning environment.
245
Total Students
21.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 223 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White223 (91.0 %)
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Hispanic11 (4.5 %)
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Two or More10 (4.1 %)
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American Indian1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Knoxville CUSD 202 |
| Phone: | (309)289-4126 |
| Website: | http://www.bluebullets.org |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 245 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 21.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
1
Grade 5
50
Grade 6
75
Grade 7
49
Grade 8
70
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 1 |
| Grade 5 | 50 |
| Grade 6 | 75 |
| Grade 7 | 49 |
| Grade 8 | 70 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 115 | 46.9% |
| Male | 130 | 53.1% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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