SCHMID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Schmid 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 186 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 13 teachers, Schmid Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

John M. Schmid Elementary School, located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education tailored to the needs of its local community. It is situated in the 60628 zip code area, which is characterized by a long-standing residential history, and the school serves as a central hub for academic and social development for neighborhood families.

Academically, Schmid Elementary emphasizes core curriculum standards while striving to foster a supportive environment for its diverse student body. The school is known for its commitment to student growth and character development, often integrating extracurricular activities and community-focused initiatives to enhance the overall learning experience. By engaging both students and parents, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in the competitive high school landscape of Chicago, maintaining a focus on both literacy and mathematics as primary pillars of their instruction.

For more information, contact Schmid Elem School at (773) 535-6235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.