FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Farnsworth 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 604 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 37 teachers, Farnsworth 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.

**Farnsworth Elementary School**, located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade as part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is widely recognized for its strong sense of community and its commitment to providing a balanced academic curriculum. It serves a diverse population of students and is noted for fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

Academically, Farnsworth is known for its consistent performance and dedicated faculty who utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of their learners. Beyond the classroom, the school typically offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts programs, and academic clubs, which help to enrich the student experience. As a neighborhood institution, Farnsworth plays a central role in the local community, often serving as a hub for family engagement and neighborhood events.

For more information, contact Farnsworth Elem School at (773) 534-3535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.