Waterloo Junior High School

School Overview
Waterloo Junior High School, located at 200 Bellefontaine Dr. in Waterloo, Illinois, serves as a central pillar of the Waterloo Community Unit School District #5. Catering to students in the middle grades, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic environment of high school. The facility is situated in a growing residential area, reflecting the community-oriented values of the Waterloo region, and is designed to provide a supportive environment that fosters both intellectual development and social-emotional growth during these formative adolescent years.

Academically, the school is recognized for its commitment to a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities. These programs typically include athletics, music, and student organizations, which are designed to help students explore their interests and build character. By prioritizing a balance of academic achievement and student involvement, Waterloo Junior High aims to prepare its student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, maintaining a strong reputation within Monroe County for its dedicated faculty and focus on student success.
619
Total Students
36.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waterloo Junior High School
Demographic Student Count
White586
Hispanic13
Asian1
Two or More18
American Indian1
  • White
    586 (94.7 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (2.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Waterloo CUSD 5
Phone: (618)939-3457
Website: http://www.wcusd5.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 619
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 193
Grade 7 194
Grade 8 232

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Waterloo Junior High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6193
Grade 7194
Grade 8232
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Waterloo Junior High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30649.4%
Male31350.6%