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.
245
Total Students
21.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Knoxville Jr High School
Demographic Student Count
White223
Hispanic11
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • White
    223 (91.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    11 (4.5 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (4.1 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Knoxville Jr High School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten1
Grade 550
Grade 675
Grade 749
Grade 870
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Knoxville Jr High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11546.9%
Male13053.1%