PRUSSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Prussing 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 734 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 35 teachers, Prussing Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Ernst Prussing Elementary School, located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood on the Northwest Side of Chicago, serves a diverse student body from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is situated on a residential campus at 4650 N. Menard Ave. It is well-regarded for being a cornerstone of its local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive core curriculum while fostering a supportive environment for students as they progress through their primary and middle school years.

The school emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development, often utilizing its neighborhood setting to engage families and encourage parent involvement. Like many schools in the CPS system, Prussing aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school by balancing traditional classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities. Its location offers students access to a stable, community-focused educational setting that prioritizes both educational achievement and the development of well-rounded, responsible citizens.

For more information, contact Prussing Elem School at (773) 534-3460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.