Community History

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Rooted in a rich local heritage that traces back to the 1750 settlement of Prairie du Pont, Dupo Community Unit School District 196 has been at the heart of our community since 1906.

Today, our district serves our families across 3 neighborhood schools; Bluffview Elementary School and Dupo Jr/Sr High School - focused on academic growth, safety, and school pride. With an excellent teacher retention rate, our classrooms are led by experienced educators who genuinely care about our students' long-term success. Together, our community celebrates a strong graduation rate, launching young adults who are ready to make their mark on the world. We are proud of our history, proud of our schools, and even prouder of our students!

(Pictured, left, Droit School)

Community Unit School Dist No 196

A group of people sit and stand in front of a school sign, with a building and greenery in the background.1963
Mid-Century SignageDupo High School
Dupo Grade from Dupo HS Rooftop1929
Rooftop ViewDupo Grade School
Black-and-white photo of a three-story building with arched windows. A group of people stand outside, in front of the entrance.1909
1909 ConstructionDupo Grade School
Dupo High School2023
Fall BreakDupo High School
East Carondelet School2022
AbandonedEast Carondelet School
Bluffview Elementary2019
New LetteringBluffview Elementary
An old building with multiple windows stands in a field. A chain-link fence encloses the front. Trees and grass surround the area.1999
The Final YearHough School
Est. 1906

Why Us?

Circular emblem with "Illinois" text. Central yellow map of Illinois, surrounded by icons of a building and people. "REPORT CARD" text below map.
A large group of individuals wearing red graduation caps and gowns, likely at a ceremony.
A test paper with a circled A+ grade. A pencil rests on the paper next to the grade.
A building with the word "College" and three arrows pointing to it. Arrows labeled "AP", "OnRamp", and "Dual Credit".
The AP logo features the letters "AP" in bold, blue and green fonts, with "A" in blue and "P" in green, set against a white background.
A team of women in matching uniforms stands with a trophy on a dirt field, fence behind.
Five people in a tent, four wearing maroon shirts, stand next to a robotic device with wires.
Illustration of a man teaching, pointing at a chalkboard with mathematical equations and a desk beside him.
Interior of a building with several wooden structures, each with electrical outlets. The floor is gray and white checkered.
A circular gold badge with a serrated edge reads "Honor Roll" in black text, on a white background.
Logo with blue circle background. Text reads "CTE Career Technical Education" with multiple small icons.
A school bus with yellow and black colors. The words "Ready for Kindergarten!" are written on the front. Kids are sitting inside.
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Athletic Teams
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Student Clubs