WADSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wadsworth 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 546 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 29 teachers, Wadsworth 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.

Wadsworth Elementary School, located in the Woodlawn neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, serves as a neighborhood hub dedicated to providing academic and social development for students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, the school focuses on creating a structured learning environment that emphasizes core subjects while fostering community engagement. The school’s mission generally centers on preparing students for high school success by emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and character development within a supportive urban educational framework.

The school is situated in a historically significant area near the University of Chicago, which often influences the resources and partnerships available to the student body. Like many schools in the district, Wadsworth places a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, utilizing data-driven instruction to address the diverse needs of its pupils. By promoting a blend of traditional classroom instruction and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to cultivate an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to reach their academic potential while contributing positively to the surrounding Woodlawn community.

For more information, contact Wadsworth Elem School at (773) 535-0730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.