The History of Iuka High School
Iuka (population 598) is located in south-central Illinois
on Iuka Road just south of U.S. Route 50. The town is located
in west-central Marion County. The CSX Railroad line passes through town. The town of Salem sits just about 6
miles to the west and Interstate Highway 57 is located just 1 miles further west of Salem.
The history of the town of Iuka and its former
high school are in need of research. Through research of other like towns, we would guess that the town was established
in the late 1800s. A school was likely established soon after. Iuka
residents probably started a high school curriculum for their children in the late 1800s, though this may not have occurred
until the early 1900s.
We know through research of athletic conferences in the area that Iuka
High School closed in 1938. The kids of Iuka were bussed to nearby
Salem to continue their high school education. The folks of Iuka did
maintain control of their grade school however, an arrangement that we believe continues today. Iuka
Grade School may still serve the town for kids in grades K - 8.
John E. Wilson tells us the original Iuka
High School building burned down in 1917. The fate of the second Iuka
High School building is being sought.
Iuka High School Quick Facts
Year opened:
late 1800s / early 1900s
Year closed:
1938
Consolidated to:
Salem High School
Iuka HS team nickname: "Indians"
Iuka HS team colors:
Green & White
School Fight Song:
unavailable
