SCHOOL DISTRICT 428 IYC-HRB

School District 428 IYC-HRB is a public high school that is part of the IDJJ Sch Dist 428 school district, located in Harrisburg, IL with about 88 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 18 teachers, School District 428 IYC-HRB has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

School District 428, specifically the IYC-HRB (Illinois Youth Center – Harrisburg) campus, is a specialized educational facility operating under the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ). Located at 1201 W. Poplar St. in Harrisburg, Illinois, the district is dedicated to providing mandated secondary and vocational education to youth residing within the Illinois Youth Center facility. Because its student population consists of incarcerated juveniles, the school is designed to meet the unique security and rehabilitative needs of a secure residential environment while adhering to state educational standards.

The curriculum at School District 428 focuses on credit recovery, high school diploma attainment, and GED preparation to ensure that students do not fall behind in their academic progress while in state custody. By offering a structured learning environment, the district aims to support the successful reintegration of these youth back into their home communities upon their release. The program emphasizes both academic core requirements and vocational training, striving to provide students with the necessary skills and educational credentials to improve their long-term employment prospects and reduce the likelihood of recidivism.

For more information, contact School District 428 IYC-HRB at (618) 252-8681 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.