DORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dore Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 713 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Dore Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Dore Elementary School, located in the Clearing neighborhood of Chicago, serves as a neighborhood public school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. It is known for fostering a community-focused learning environment that emphasizes core academic development for students in grades PK–8. As a community-centered institution, the school works to provide a stable educational foundation for local families, prioritizing both social-emotional growth and standard curriculum requirements to prepare students for high school transition.

The school is situated in a quiet residential area of the 60638 ZIP code, making it a focal point for the families in the surrounding community. Like many schools in the CPS system, Dore Elementary integrates various district initiatives to support student achievement and offers extracurricular activities designed to enrich the school experience. Prospective parents and community members often view the school as a traditional neighborhood option that emphasizes accessibility and local engagement within the Clearing area.

For more information, contact Dore Elem School at (773) 535-2080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.