NICHOLSON TECH ACAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch 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 466 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 27 teachers, Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Nicholson Technology Academy, located in the Englewood community of Chicago, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that integrates modern academic standards with a specific emphasis on technology integration. Its mission is centered on preparing students for success in high school and beyond by fostering critical thinking and digital literacy skills within a supportive community environment.

The school is deeply embedded in the S. Peoria Street neighborhood, often serving as a hub for local families. Like many schools in the CPS system, Nicholson Technology Academy works to balance traditional core curricula—such as mathematics, literacy, and science—with extracurricular opportunities and social-emotional learning initiatives. By prioritizing a tech-forward approach, the school aims to bridge the digital divide and ensure that its students are well-equipped to navigate an increasingly technology-driven global landscape.

For more information, contact Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch at (773) 535-3285 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.