TALCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Talcott 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 502 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Talcott 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.

Talcott Fine Arts and Museum Academy is a public elementary school located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago. Serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade, the school is well-regarded for its specialized focus on the arts. As a fine arts and museum magnet cluster school, Talcott integrates creative learning into its core curriculum, often partnering with local museums and cultural institutions to provide students with hands-on, immersive educational experiences that go beyond the traditional classroom setting.

The school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, benefiting from its location in a vibrant, historic neighborhood. Talcott emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous academic standards with diverse arts programming, including music, visual arts, and drama. By leveraging its partnerships and its identity as a magnet school, Talcott aims to develop critical thinking and creativity in its student body, preparing them for success in high school and beyond while maintaining a strong commitment to the local Chicago Public Schools (CPS) community.

For more information, contact Talcott Elem School at (773) 534-7130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.