LITTLE VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Little Village 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 787 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 39 teachers, Little Village 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.

Little Village Elementary School, located at 2620 S. Lawndale Ave in Chicago, serves as a cornerstone of the predominantly Hispanic Little Village community. Operating within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment for students in the surrounding neighborhood. It emphasizes foundational learning and seeks to foster cultural pride while preparing students for the transition to high school, often serving as a central hub for families seeking local, accessible public education.

Academically, the school generally focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student body, many of whom are English language learners. The curriculum typically aligns with CPS standards, with an emphasis on literacy and mathematics. Beyond the classroom, Little Village Elementary often plays an active role in the community, reflecting the vibrant culture of the area and working to bridge the gap between home and school life through parental engagement and community-focused initiatives.

For more information, contact Little Village Elem School at (773) 534-1880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.