MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Madison 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 238 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 12 teachers, Madison Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Madison Elementary School, located at 7433 S. Dorchester Ave in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, serves as a community-focused educational institution within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school provides a traditional K–8 academic program designed to foster foundational learning and social development. As a neighborhood school, it acts as a central hub for local families, striving to create a structured environment that supports the academic and personal growth of its student body through the standard CPS curriculum.

Beyond its academic offerings, Madison Elementary is deeply integrated into the cultural and social fabric of the 60619 ZIP code. The school’s administration and faculty focus on providing equitable learning opportunities and maintaining a supportive atmosphere for a diverse student population. By prioritizing community engagement and school-wide initiatives, Madison Elementary aims to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond, serving as a pillar of stability and education in the South Side community.

For more information, contact Madison Elem School at (773) 535-0551 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.