BUDLONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Budlong 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 772 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 37 teachers, Budlong Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Budlong Elementary School, located in the Lincoln Square community on Chicago’s North Side, serves a diverse student population from prekindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. As a neighborhood school, it places a strong emphasis on community engagement and culturally responsive teaching, striving to meet the individual social, emotional, and intellectual needs of its students.

The school offers a range of programs designed to enrich the student experience, including extracurricular activities, arts integration, and technology-focused initiatives. Budlong is frequently recognized for its dedicated faculty and its efforts to maintain a collaborative atmosphere where families and educators work together to promote student growth. By focusing on both core curriculum standards and holistic development, Budlong Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Budlong Elem School at (773) 534-2591 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.