CARDENAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cardenas 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 561 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 28 teachers, Cardenas 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.

Cardenas Elementary School, located in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving a predominantly Hispanic community. Part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school is deeply rooted in its surrounding neighborhood and is known for its commitment to providing a bilingual and bicultural educational environment. It emphasizes academic growth while fostering a supportive atmosphere that honors the cultural heritage of its student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Cardenas Elementary focuses on community engagement and the holistic development of its students. The school frequently serves as a hub for local families, offering various extracurricular activities and programs designed to promote social-emotional learning alongside academic achievement. By maintaining strong partnerships with parents and neighborhood organizations, Cardenas aims to prepare its students to be successful, well-rounded citizens within the diverse landscape of Chicago.

For more information, contact Cardenas Elem School at (773) 534-1465 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.