MADISON STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER

Madison Student Support Center is a Title I public school that is part of the Madison CUSD 12 school district, located in Madison, IL with about 21 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 12th Grade. 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 5 teachers, Madison Student Support 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 Madison Student Support Center, located at 1634 7th St in Madison, Illinois, functions as a specialized educational facility within the Madison Community Unit School District #12. Rather than operating as a traditional comprehensive high school, the center is designed to provide targeted academic and behavioral interventions for students who may require a more structured or alternative learning environment to succeed. By focusing on smaller class sizes and individualized attention, the facility aims to help students overcome personal or academic hurdles, keep them on track for graduation, and provide the social-emotional support necessary to thrive in a school setting.

The mission of the center is to serve as a bridge for students who are not finding success in the conventional classroom, offering resources that prioritize credit recovery and student stability. By fostering a supportive and focused atmosphere, the Madison Student Support Center works to ensure that all students in the district have access to a path toward a high school diploma. It serves as a vital component of the district's commitment to equity and inclusivity, ensuring that no student is left behind due to unique learning needs or challenging circumstances.

For more information, contact Madison Student Support Center at (618) 876-6409 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.