CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Clinton 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 1,223 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 60 teachers, Clinton 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.

Clinton Elementary School, located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, is a diverse public school serving a large community of students from Pre-K through 8th grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is known for its highly international student body, with many students coming from immigrant and refugee families. This unique demographic contributes to a vibrant, multicultural environment where the school focuses on building an inclusive community that supports students from a wide variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Academically, Clinton Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded education, often integrating social-emotional learning with core curriculum standards. The school typically focuses on fostering strong literacy and numeracy skills while utilizing its diverse population as a learning asset. Because of its location in a densely populated and multicultural area of Chicago, the school is deeply integrated into the local neighborhood, frequently partnering with community organizations to provide extra support and enrichment activities for its students.

For more information, contact Clinton Elem School at (773) 534-2025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.