WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Waters Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 626 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Waters Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Waters Elementary School, located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, is a neighborhood public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. It is widely recognized for its strong focus on environmental education and sustainability, a reputation solidified by its designation as an "Eco-School." The school integrates these themes into its curriculum through hands-on learning experiences, including the management of an on-site garden, a composting program, and various initiatives that encourage students to engage directly with their local ecosystem.
Beyond its environmental mission, Waters is known for fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere and maintaining a robust arts program. The school frequently collaborates with local organizations and parents to enhance student learning, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional development. Its location on North Campbell Avenue makes it a central hub for families in the surrounding area, and it is often cited as a highly sought-after option for parents within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system due to its unique combination of academic focus and community-oriented values.
For more information, contact Waters Elem School at (773) 534-5090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Chicago, IL 60625-3006
(773) 534-5090
WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 626 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
- Total Students:
- 626
- Teachers:
- 32.87
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 626 students
- White
- 54.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 34.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.8%
- Asian
- 3.5%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 54.6%
- Male
- 45.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.