AVALON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Avalon Park Elem School 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 297 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 11 teachers, Avalon Park Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Avalon Park Elementary School, located in the Avalon Park community on the South Side of Chicago, serves students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As a part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school functions as a neighborhood anchor, prioritizing foundational academics and social-emotional development for its diverse student body. The school is situated in a residential area, fostering a sense of community connection and local engagement among families living in the surrounding neighborhood.

In recent years, Avalon Park Elementary has focused on aligning its curriculum with district standards while emphasizing holistic student growth. Like many schools in the CPS system, it provides various support services and extracurricular opportunities designed to enhance the educational experience beyond the classroom. The school’s mission generally centers on creating a structured, supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their academic potential while preparing for the transition to high school.

For more information, contact Avalon Park Elem School at (773) 535-6615 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.