BURR OAK ACADEMY

Burr Oak Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calumet Public SD 132 school district, located in Calumet Park, IL with about 361 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 19 teachers, Burr Oak Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Burr Oak Academy is a private, faith-based educational institution located in Calumet Park, Illinois, serving students from preschool through eighth grade. The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with Christian values, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and character development in a supportive, small-class environment. By emphasizing individualized attention and spiritual enrichment, the academy strives to prepare its students for future academic success while cultivating a strong sense of community and moral responsibility.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Burr Oak Academy places a significant focus on holistic student development. The school environment is designed to be nurturing, encouraging students to engage in critical thinking and collaborative activities that extend beyond traditional classroom instruction. By maintaining a close-knit partnership between parents, educators, and the church community, the school seeks to create a structured and stable atmosphere where students can thrive personally, socially, and academically throughout their foundational years.

For more information, contact Burr Oak Academy at (708) 824-3090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.