Peoria High School
aka
CENTRAL HIGH

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The first Peoria High School (Central High School) was located at Monroe and Fayette Sts.
The building was first used in 1885. After an addition was completed in 1895, it
served the area until 1916. It was razed in 1960 to make way for Interstate 74.
submitted by Janine Crandell

 

The second Peoria High School, located at North and Richmond Streets, opened in 1916.
Peoria High School goes back to 1856 and is considered the oldest high school in Illinois.
submitted by Janine Crandell

 

Peoria High School Class of 1915
submitted by Steve Slaughter


 


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