PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Prescott Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 432 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Prescott Elem 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.

Prescott Elementary School, located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a neighborhood public school serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is known for its strong community atmosphere and its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment. It often emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing core subjects with enrichment programs to support the diverse needs of its student population.

The school is highly regarded for its active parent involvement and its focus on fostering a supportive learning culture. Prescott frequently leverages its location to integrate community resources into its curriculum, aiming to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. By focusing on both social-emotional growth and academic achievement, the school maintains a reputation as a stable and engaging educational hub within the Lincoln Park area.

For more information, contact Prescott Elem School at (773) 534-5505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1632 W Wrightwood Av
Chicago, IL 60614-2268
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PRESCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 432 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
432
Teachers:
23.17
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 432 students

White
36.1%
Hispanic/Latino
35.2%
Black or African American
17.6%
Asian
6.0%
Two or more races
3.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.