Unity High School

CUSD 4
453 W Collins St
Mendon, IL 62351
176 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Unity High School, located in Mendon, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Community Unit School District #4. Situated in a rural setting, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where students benefit from personalized attention and a strong sense of community, reflecting the values of the surrounding Adams County area.

Beyond the classroom, Unity High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations, which are central to the student experience. By balancing traditional academic coursework with diverse elective opportunities and school-sponsored events, the institution aims to develop well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to their community. As a cornerstone of the Mendon district, the school maintains a strong commitment to academic growth, character development, and school spirit.
176
Total Students
17.2
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    164 (93.2%)
  • Hispanic
    7 (4.0%)
  • Black
    5 (2.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: CUSD 4
Phone: (217)936-2116
Website: http://www.cusd4.com/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 176
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 47
Grade 10 43
Grade 11 44
Grade 12 42
Gender Ratio