IVAN K GARRISON CENTER

Ivan K Garrison Center is a public school that is part of the Four Rivers Spec Educ Dist school district, located in Jacksonville, IL with about 48 students. With about 11 teachers, Ivan K Garrison Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

The Ivan K. Garrison Center, located at 936 W. Michigan Ave in Jacksonville, Illinois, serves as a specialized educational facility under the umbrella of the Jacksonville School District 117. The center is primarily recognized for housing the district’s alternative education programming and the Garrison School, which provides targeted support for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. The facility is designed to offer a smaller, more focused learning environment where staff can address the unique behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs of their student population.

Beyond its role in alternative instruction, the center functions as a hub for district-wide resources and specialized services. It reflects the district's commitment to inclusive education by providing pathways for students to meet their graduation requirements through individualized attention and supportive counseling. By maintaining a separate campus, the Ivan K. Garrison Center allows the district to offer specialized interventions while fostering a stable environment aimed at helping students develop the skills necessary for academic and personal success.

For more information, contact Ivan K Garrison Center at (217) 245-7174 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.