JAHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jahn 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 309 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 22 teachers, Jahn Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Jahn Elementary School, located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, is a neighborhood public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Known for its strong sense of community, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous academic standards with a commitment to social-emotional learning. The school is often recognized for its dedication to fostering a supportive environment that encourages student creativity and critical thinking.

Beyond its core curriculum, Jahn Elementary is highly regarded for its active parent and community involvement, which contributes to its vibrant campus culture. The school typically offers various extracurricular activities and programs designed to enrich the student experience, reflecting the diverse interests of the families in the surrounding North Center area. Its location on North Wolcott Avenue places it in the heart of a bustling, family-oriented neighborhood, making it a focal point for local educational engagement.

For more information, contact Jahn Elem School at (773) 534-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3149 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60657-2044
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JAHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Chicago, IL with about 309 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
309
Teachers:
22.67
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 309 students

Hispanic/Latino
58.9%
White
20.7%
Black or African American
14.9%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

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.