DUBOIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dubois 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 234 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 14 teachers, Dubois Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Dubois Elementary School, located at 330 E 133rd St in the Riverdale neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. Situated in a community often referred to as the "Far South Side," the school functions as a neighborhood anchor, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to students in its immediate vicinity. Like many schools in the CPS system, Dubois emphasizes student development through a structured curriculum aimed at meeting Illinois state learning standards while navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of its specific urban environment.

The school community is characterized by its dedication to supporting the diverse needs of its student population, often prioritizing social-emotional learning alongside core subjects like literacy and mathematics. As part of a larger district-wide effort to improve educational outcomes, Dubois Elementary works to foster a supportive environment for families in the Riverdale area. Through its programs and daily operations, the school strives to prepare its students for successful transitions to high school, aiming to serve as a hub for academic growth and community engagement in the 60827 zip code.

For more information, contact Dubois Elem School at (773) 535-5582 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.