HAYT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hayt 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 1,010 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 59 teachers, Hayt 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.

Hayt Elementary School, located at 1518 W. Granville Ave in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago, is a diverse public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic foundation. It serves a vibrant, multicultural community, and the school environment is characterized by its efforts to integrate students from various socioeconomic and linguistic backgrounds, often supported by specialized programming such as English Language Learner (ELL) services and various extracurricular activities.

Academically, Hayt Elementary emphasizes a traditional core curriculum while focusing on social-emotional learning to help students navigate their developmental years. The school benefits from its location in the heart of Edgewater, often collaborating with local community organizations to provide enrichment opportunities for its students. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, staff, and families, Hayt aims to prepare its graduates for success in the competitive high school environment of Chicago, striving to create an inclusive space that supports both academic achievement and personal growth.

For more information, contact Hayt Elem School at (773) 534-2040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.