PEIRCE ELEM INTL STUDIES SCHOOL

Peirce Elem Intl Studies 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 1,018 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 56 teachers, Peirce Elem Intl Studies School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Peirce Elementary International Studies School, located in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago, is a diverse, pre-K through 8th-grade institution authorized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. The school is highly regarded for its commitment to global-mindedness and rigorous academic standards, utilizing the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Its curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and the development of students as compassionate, lifelong learners who understand their role in a global society.

Beyond its academic framework, Peirce is known for fostering an inclusive and supportive community environment. The school actively celebrates its cultural diversity and provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and social-emotional learning initiatives. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, Peirce Elementary aims to prepare its students not only for high school success but also for active and responsible citizenship in an interconnected world.

For more information, contact Peirce Elem Intl Studies School at (773) 534-2440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.