CROWN ELEM COMM ACD FINE ARTS CTR

Crown Elem Comm Acd Fine Arts Ctr 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 256 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 18 teachers, Crown Elem Comm Acd Fine Arts Ctr has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

**Crown Elementary Community Academy Fine Arts Center**, located in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood, serves as a neighborhood public school dedicated to integrating rigorous academics with comprehensive arts education. As a designated Fine Arts Center, the school emphasizes creativity and self-expression, providing students with opportunities to engage in various artistic disciplines alongside their core curriculum. The school aims to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and the development of students' unique talents, serving as a hub for the local community.

The school operates within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system and is focused on providing its student body with a well-rounded educational experience. By blending traditional subject areas with arts-based programming, Crown Elementary seeks to boost student engagement, improve critical thinking, and build confidence. Its location on South St. Louis Avenue places it at the center of a historic community, where it strives to act as a stabilizing influence and a resource for families looking to balance academic excellence with cultural and creative enrichment.

For more information, contact Crown Elem Comm Acd Fine Arts Ctr at (773) 534-1680 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.