WESTCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westcott 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 390 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 19 teachers, Westcott 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.

Westcott Elementary School, located in the Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, is a public PreK–8 institution within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school serves a primarily African American student population and is situated in a community with deep historical roots on the city's South Side. Like many schools in the CPS system, Westcott focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy skills while providing a range of extracurricular opportunities designed to support the holistic development of its students.

The school is recognized for its commitment to maintaining a structured, supportive learning environment aimed at improving student outcomes and fostering academic growth. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Westcott engages with the local community to provide resources and programs that bridge the gap between home and school life. By emphasizing consistent attendance and social-emotional learning, the school strives to prepare its students for the transition to high school and beyond, serving as a critical hub for education and development in the 60620 area.

For more information, contact Westcott Elem School at (773) 535-3090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.