HEDGES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hedges 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 668 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 31 teachers, Hedges Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Hedges Elementary School, located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a PK-8 public school serving a diverse student population within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a foundational education that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By offering a curriculum that spans from early childhood through eighth grade, Hedges aims to create a consistent and supportive learning environment that prepares students for the transition to high school.

The school community is deeply rooted in the surrounding Brighton Park area, often serving as a local hub for families. Like many schools in the CPS system, Hedges focuses on fostering an inclusive atmosphere, addressing the unique needs of English language learners and students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Through various extracurricular activities, community partnerships, and a dedicated teaching staff, Hedges Elementary strives to empower its students to achieve academic success while cultivating skills that will serve them throughout their educational journeys.

For more information, contact Hedges Elem School at (773) 535-7360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.