DULLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dulles 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 655 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 26 teachers, Dulles Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Dulles Elementary School, located in the Washington Park neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, serves as a neighborhood hub dedicated to the academic and social development of its students. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, the school operates with a focus on providing a foundational education that prepares children for the transition to high school, emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and core curriculum standards. The school’s location on South Calumet Avenue places it in a historically significant area of the city, where it plays a vital role in supporting local families and fostering community engagement.

In addition to its standard academic offerings, Dulles Elementary generally emphasizes a supportive school culture aimed at addressing the diverse needs of its student body. Like many schools in the district, it strives to balance rigorous instructional goals with social-emotional learning, often utilizing school-based programs and partnerships to enrich the student experience. For parents and community members, the school serves as a cornerstone of the neighborhood, working to improve student outcomes while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities present within the broader Chicago educational landscape.

For more information, contact Dulles Elem School at (773) 535-0690 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.