BELDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Belding 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 584 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 27 teachers, Belding Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Belding Elementary School, located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive core curriculum while fostering a sense of community within the local neighborhood. It is known for its commitment to academic development and often participates in various district-wide initiatives designed to improve student outcomes and engagement.

The school environment at Belding is centered on supporting a diverse student body, with an emphasis on both social-emotional learning and academic achievement. The campus on N. Tripp Ave serves as a hub for local families, offering various extracurricular activities and programs intended to enrich the student experience beyond the classroom. By maintaining close ties with the surrounding Irving Park community, Belding aims to create a stable and supportive learning atmosphere that prepares its students for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Belding Elem School at (773) 534-3590 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.