POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH SCHOOL

POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH is a Title I public middle school that is part of the POPLAR BLUFF R-I school district, located in POPLAR BLUFF, MO with about 806 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 50 teachers, POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Poplar Bluff Junior High, located at 550 N. Westwood in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, serves as a key transitional campus within the Poplar Bluff R-I School District. As a junior high facility, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, typically catering to students in the middle grades. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development, helping students navigate the unique challenges of their early adolescent years while preparing them for the academic expectations of secondary education.

The institution operates under the broader mission of the Poplar Bluff R-I School District, which emphasizes community involvement, student achievement, and the preparation of well-rounded citizens. By utilizing a curriculum designed to build foundational skills across core subjects, the junior high school encourages students to explore extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that support personal growth. For parents and community members, the school maintains an active digital presence via their official website at http://www.poplarbluffschools.net, which serves as a central hub for academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing communication regarding school events and initiatives.

For more information, contact POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH at (573) 785-5602 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.