TURNER-DREW ELEM LANGUAGE ACADEMY

Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy 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 248 students offering grade levels from 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 13 teachers, Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

**Turner-Drew Elementary Language Academy**, located in the Princeton Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a specialized public school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. As a designated "Language Academy," the school focuses on providing an enriched academic environment that emphasizes language acquisition and literacy alongside a standard core curriculum. It serves as a community hub for students in the 60620 area, striving to prepare children for success in secondary education by fostering critical thinking and communication skills.

The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive learning atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs of its student body. Beyond its core language-focused programming, Turner-Drew often integrates extracurricular activities and community-building initiatives designed to keep students engaged and invested in their schooling. By balancing academic rigor with a focus on cultural and linguistic development, the academy aims to equip its students with the essential tools necessary to thrive in an increasingly globalized society.

For more information, contact Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy at (773) 535-5720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.