LASALLE ELEM LANGUAGE ACADEMY

LaSalle Elem Language Academy is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 560 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, LaSalle Elem Language Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

LaSalle Elementary Language Academy, located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a highly regarded Chicago Public Schools (CPS) magnet school known for its rigorous academic curriculum and commitment to language immersion. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school places a heavy emphasis on fostering global citizenship, with a particular focus on French language instruction. By integrating language learning into core subjects, LaSalle aims to develop students who are not only bilingual but also culturally aware and prepared for the challenges of a globalized society.

Beyond its language program, LaSalle is recognized for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school consistently ranks among the top-performing institutions in the district, benefiting from a supportive environment that emphasizes critical thinking, arts integration, and academic excellence. Its location on the Near North Side makes it a sought-after destination for families looking for a specialized, high-quality public education option that balances traditional academics with a unique linguistic and cultural perspective.

For more information, contact LaSalle Elem Language Academy at (773) 534-8470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1734 N Orleans St
Chicago, IL 60614-5797
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LASALLE ELEM LANGUAGE ACADEMY is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 560 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
560
Teachers:
34.77
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 560 students

White
33.4%
Black or African American
30.0%
Hispanic/Latino
20.5%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian
7.9%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

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.