PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Palmer 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 804 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 42 teachers, Palmer 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.

Palmer Elementary School, located in the North Mayfair neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, the school is known for being a neighborhood pillar that emphasizes a traditional academic curriculum while fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment. Its location on Kenneth Avenue places it in a residential pocket of the city, allowing it to maintain a stable, community-focused identity that reflects the diversity and character of the surrounding North Side neighborhood.

Academically, Palmer Elementary is recognized for its commitment to student growth and its efforts to provide a balanced educational experience. The school typically focuses on core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to support social and emotional development. Because it serves a broad age range, the school acts as a primary educational hub for local families, prioritizing a safe and supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to transition from foundational early childhood learning to more rigorous middle school preparatory work.

For more information, contact Palmer Elem School at (773) 534-3704 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.