Carbondale Reporter

Murphysboro High School recently shared several updates and congratulatory messages via their Twitter account. The tweets highlight the achievements of the school's wrestling team and provide insights into educational statistics within the Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186.

On February 7, 2025, Murphysboro High School extended its congratulations to the Red Devils Wrestling Team for winning their 16th SIRR Conference Championship. They also wished them luck at the upcoming IHSA Regional Tournament in Carmi. "Congrats, Red Devils Wrestling Team, on your 16th SIRR Conference Championship! Good Luck at IHSA Regional Tournament this weekend in Carmi!"

In another tweet from the same day, Murphysboro High School shared a link without additional commentary or context. "https://t.co/OphBolIOro"

Later that day, another tweet was posted by Murphysboro High School containing only a link. "https://t.co/sJHzfa9w24"

The school district's educational statistics reveal that in 2023, Illinois' average teacher salary was $73,916 and administrative salary averaged $116,908. The student-to-teacher ratio stood at 17:1 while student-to-administrative ratio was 141:1. Furthermore, 58% of teachers held a master's degree or higher. Teacher shortages were highlighted as a significant issue with nearly 4,096 teaching positions unfilled for SY24 and alternative measures employed to fill some roles.