CHAVEZ ELEM MULTICULTURAL ACAD CT

Chavez Elem Multicultural Acad Ct is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 971 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, Chavez Elem Multicultural Acad Ct has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academic Center, located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, is a public PK-8 school serving a predominantly Hispanic community. As a "Multicultural Academic Center," the school emphasizes a curriculum that integrates cultural awareness with core academic instruction. It operates under the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district and serves as a local hub for families in the 60609 zip code, focusing on fostering a supportive environment that reflects the diverse heritage of its student body.

The school is noted for its commitment to bilingual education and community-based engagement, aiming to prepare students for high school success through a blend of traditional academics and social-emotional learning. Because it is a neighborhood school, it plays a vital role in the social fabric of the Back of the Yards area, often serving as a resource for community programs and extracurricular activities that extend beyond the standard school day. Families typically choose Chavez for its accessible location and its long-standing efforts to bridge the gap between academic rigor and the cultural needs of its students.

For more information, contact Chavez Elem Multicultural Acad Ct at (773) 535-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.