DEWEY ELEM ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts 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 418 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 23 teachers, Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

John Dewey Elementary Academy of Fine Arts, located in the Canaryville neighborhood of Chicago, is a Chicago Public School that integrates a standard academic curriculum with a specialized focus on the arts. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, emphasizing a well-rounded education where students are encouraged to express their creativity alongside their core studies. By incorporating arts-integrated learning, the academy aims to foster critical thinking, discipline, and emotional expression in its student body.

Beyond its academic and artistic focus, Dewey Elementary serves as a central hub for the local community. The school is known for fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student engagement and social-emotional development. With its location on South Union Avenue, the school works to provide a stable, culturally enriching experience for families in the area, often leveraging its "Fine Arts" designation to provide extracurricular opportunities and performances that showcase student talent and build school spirit.

For more information, contact Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts at (773) 535-1666 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.