HARTSBURG-EMDEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL

Hartsburg-Emden Jr-Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hartsburg Emden CUSD 21 school district, located in Hartsburg, IL with about 123 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Hartsburg-Emden Jr-Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Hartsburg-Emden Jr-Sr High School, located in the small village of Hartsburg, Illinois, serves as the educational hub for the surrounding rural community. As a combined junior and senior high school, the institution provides a close-knit learning environment that bridges the transition from middle school to secondary education. Known for its small class sizes, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to academics, allowing faculty to foster strong mentorship connections with students while maintaining a supportive atmosphere typical of small-town Illinois districts.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Hartsburg-Emden is highly integrated into the local culture, often acting as a focal point for community events and extracurricular involvement. The school maintains a strong commitment to tradition and school spirit, participating in regional athletics and extracurricular programs that encourage student participation and leadership. By blending traditional educational values with a focus on preparing students for life after graduation, the school aims to equip its small student body with the necessary tools for success in both vocational and collegiate pathways.

For more information, contact Hartsburg-Emden Jr-Sr High School at (217) 642-5244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.