GOETHE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Goethe 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 761 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 44 teachers, Goethe Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Goethe Elementary School, located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, is a public Pre-K through 8th-grade school that serves as a cornerstone of its local community. Operating under the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a balanced academic curriculum while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for a diverse student body. The school emphasizes both core academic subjects and social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for the rigors of high school and beyond.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Goethe Elementary is known for its strong community ties and active parent involvement. The school often leverages its location in the vibrant Logan Square area to provide students with enrichment opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. With a focus on nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and civic responsibility, Goethe strives to create a holistic educational experience that addresses the unique needs and talents of every child in its care.

For more information, contact Goethe Elem School at (773) 534-4135 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2236 N Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60647-3004
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GOETHE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Chicago, IL with about 761 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
761
Teachers:
44.88
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 761 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GOETHE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 74% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
74.4%
White
17.0%
Black or African American
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.6%
Two or more races
1.6%
Asian
0.3%

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.