EARHART ELEM OPT FOR KNOWL SCHOOL

Earhart Elem Opt for Knowl 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 239 students offering grade levels from 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 11 teachers, Earhart Elem Opt for Knowl 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.

Earhart Elementary (officially known as the **Earhart Option for Knowledge School**) is a public school located in the Calumet Heights neighborhood of Chicago. As a CPS "Option for Knowledge" school, it is designed to provide specialized academic programming that draws students from outside of its immediate neighborhood boundaries, offering a curriculum that emphasizes rigorous standards and enriched learning opportunities to prepare students for future academic success.

The school is deeply integrated into the local South Side community and is known for fostering a structured, supportive environment. By focusing on a mission that balances academic excellence with character development, Earhart aims to create a well-rounded educational experience. Families typically choose this school for its specific focus on meeting diverse learning needs and its commitment to maintaining a strong sense of school identity within the Chicago Public Schools network.

For more information, contact Earhart Elem Opt for Knowl School at (773) 535-6416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.