PIRIE ELEM FINE ARTS & ACADEMIC C

Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C 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 263 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 14 teachers, Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C 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.

Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic Center, located in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood, is a public school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. As an academic center, the school places a dual emphasis on maintaining rigorous educational standards while integrating the arts into the daily curriculum. This approach is designed to provide students with a well-rounded foundation, fostering both cognitive development and creative expression.

Beyond its focus on core academics and fine arts, the school serves as a hub for the local community, emphasizing student engagement and personal growth. By combining structured classroom learning with artistic opportunities, Pirie Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in high school and beyond, while encouraging them to explore their individual talents in a supportive, culturally enriched environment.

For more information, contact Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C at (773) 535-3435 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.