JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Johnson 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 425 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 27 teachers, Johnson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Johnson Elementary School, located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, serves as a community-focused educational institution committed to the academic and personal development of its students. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school provides a structured learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. The school’s mission generally aligns with the district's goals of fostering equity and providing resources that cater to the diverse needs of the local student population, aiming to prepare children for success in higher grade levels.

Situated on S. Albany Avenue, Johnson Elementary functions as a central hub within the North Lawndale community. The school works to bridge the gap between academic instruction and extracurricular support, often leveraging partnerships with local organizations to enrich the student experience. By focusing on collaborative classroom settings and dedicated teacher-led instruction, the school strives to create a supportive culture that encourages student participation and long-term academic improvement despite the broader socio-economic challenges often faced by urban school environments.

For more information, contact Johnson Elem School at (773) 534-1829 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.