SHOOP MATH-SCI TECH ELEM ACADEMY

Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy 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 431 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 24 teachers, Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elementary Academy, located in the Morgan Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the academy places a specialized focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. The school aims to foster an environment where students engage with rigorous curriculum standards designed to prepare them for success in high-performing high schools and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Shoop Math-Sci Tech is deeply integrated into the local community and strives to provide a supportive, student-centered atmosphere. The school emphasizes character development and critical thinking, utilizing hands-on learning experiences and technology-rich classrooms to help students develop the problem-solving skills necessary for the modern workforce. By balancing traditional core subjects with its specialized tech-centered initiatives, the academy works to cultivate curiosity and academic achievement in its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy at (773) 535-2715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.