DeKalb CUSD 428

DeKalb Community Unit School District 428 (DeKalb CUSD 428) is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 901 S. 4th Street in DeKalb, Illinois. Located in a small suburban setting within the greater Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metropolitan area, the district operates 13 schools that offer a complete educational pipeline spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. DeKalb CUSD 428 serves a vibrant, multicultural population of 6,771 students. The student body reflects a rich tapestry of backgrounds, spanning early childhood programs through high school, with graduating senior classes exceeding 500 students annually.

To support its student body, DeKalb CUSD 428 maintains a strong professional infrastructure powered by nearly 2,570 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The instructional core is composed of approximately 974 FTE teachers and 241 FTE instructional aides, allowing for focused classroom instruction and individualized academic support. Furthermore, the district leverages more than 1,350 FTE support staff members to oversee operational logistics, specialized student services, and facility management. According to federal baseline data for the 2024–2025 academic year, DeKalb CUSD 428 offers a well-resourced and well-staffed educational environment designed to foster academic achievement and community growth.