HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Howe 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 480 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 24 teachers, Howe Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Julia Ward Howe Elementary School, located in the Austin community on the West Side of Chicago, is a neighborhood public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school functions as a community hub that strives to provide a stable learning environment for its local families. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while addressing the specific academic and social-emotional needs of its diverse student body.

The school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the Austin neighborhood, often focusing on initiatives that support student development both inside and outside the classroom. Like many schools in the area, Howe Elementary emphasizes the importance of school climate and community engagement, working to foster partnerships with parents and local organizations to enhance the educational experience. By prioritizing core academic subjects alongside character development, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Howe Elem School at (773) 534-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.