Plank Junior High
624 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Plank Junior High School, located at 510 Secretariat Lane in Oswego, Illinois, is a prominent middle school serving the community within the Oswego Community Unit School District 308. The school is designed to support students in their formative transition years between elementary and high school, fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. As part of a growing suburban district, the school benefits from modern facilities and a diverse student body, providing a comprehensive curriculum that typically includes core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, supplemented by various elective offerings and extracurricular activities.
Beyond the classroom, Plank Junior High is recognized for its efforts to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages student involvement. The school typically hosts a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and student organizations that allow children to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and forge connections with peers. By focusing on a collaborative culture involving staff, parents, and students, Plank Junior High strives to prepare its learners for the academic demands of high school while promoting values of responsibility, inclusivity, and personal growth within the Oswego community.
Beyond the classroom, Plank Junior High is recognized for its efforts to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages student involvement. The school typically hosts a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and student organizations that allow children to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and forge connections with peers. By focusing on a collaborative culture involving staff, parents, and students, Plank Junior High strives to prepare its learners for the academic demands of high school while promoting values of responsibility, inclusivity, and personal growth within the Oswego community.
624
Total Students
53.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 292 |
| Hispanic | 204 |
| Black | 67 |
| Asian | 33 |
| Two or More | 26 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White292 (46.8 %)
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Hispanic204 (32.7 %)
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Black67 (10.7 %)
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Asian33 (5.3 %)
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Two or More26 (4.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
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: | CUSD 308 |
| Phone: | (630)551-9400 |
| Website: | http://www.sd308.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 624 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 53.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
210
Grade 7
198
Grade 8
216
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 210 |
| Grade 7 | 198 |
| Grade 8 | 216 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 292 | 46.8% |
| Male | 332 | 53.2% |
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