MCCLELLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

McClellan 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 338 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 19 teachers, McClellan Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

McClellan Elementary School, located at 3527 S. Wallace St. in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 8th. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school functions as a neighborhood anchor, providing foundational education to the diverse local community. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while preparing students for the transition to high school, often focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

The school is noted for its role in the Bridgeport community, offering a traditional educational environment that emphasizes student development and academic growth. Like many schools in the CPS system, McClellan provides various extracurricular opportunities and support services intended to address the holistic needs of its student body. Parents and community members often view the school as a central pillar of the neighborhood, focused on fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student engagement and long-term success.

For more information, contact McClellan Elem School at (773) 535-1732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.