MAYS ELEM ACADEMY

Mays Elem 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 370 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 21 teachers, Mays Elem Academy 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.

Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Academy, located in the Englewood community of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Named after the prominent educator, civil rights leader, and mentor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the school strives to uphold a legacy of academic excellence and character development. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the academy focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the South Normal Boulevard neighborhood, functioning as a vital community hub. Its educational approach typically emphasizes core curriculum standards while often incorporating extracurricular activities and social-emotional learning to address the holistic needs of its student body. By fostering a culture of mentorship and perseverance, Mays Elementary Academy aims to empower its students to become informed, engaged citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern world.

For more information, contact Mays Elem Academy at (773) 535-3892 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.