HARRISBURG JTC SCHOOL

HARRISBURG JTC SCHOOL is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES SCHOOL SYSTEM school district, located in HARRISBURG, AR with about 21 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 11th 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 4 teachers, HARRISBURG JTC SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Harrisburg JTC (Juvenile Treatment Center) School, located in Harrisburg, Arkansas, is a specialized educational facility operated under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, specifically within the Division of Youth Services (DYS). The school is designed to provide academic instruction to youth who have been placed in state custody. Its primary mission is to ensure that students continue their education within a highly structured, secure environment, minimizing the disruption to their schooling while they address behavioral or rehabilitative needs.

The educational program at Harrisburg JTC is tailored to meet the unique requirements of the students it serves, often focusing on credit recovery, remedial support, and vocational preparation. Because it functions as part of the broader juvenile justice and human services system, the school prioritizes a safe, controlled setting that integrates individualized learning plans with the facility's overall therapeutic goals. By maintaining these academic standards, the institution seeks to better prepare students for their eventual reintegration into their local school districts or the workforce upon completion of their placement.

For more information, contact HARRISBURG JTC SCHOOL at (870) 578-5886 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.