ASHBURN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ashburn Community 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 514 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, Ashburn Community Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Ashburn Community Elementary School, located in the Ashburn neighborhood on the Southwest Side of Chicago, serves a diverse student body from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade as part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond while addressing the unique needs of its local neighborhood population.

Beyond its academic core, Ashburn Community Elementary focuses on creating a holistic school culture that prioritizes student well-being and inclusivity. The school typically offers various extracurricular activities and programs designed to enrich the student experience, encouraging both personal development and collaborative learning. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the Ashburn community, working closely with families and local stakeholders to ensure that students have access to the resources and stability necessary to thrive in an urban educational setting.

For more information, contact Ashburn Community Elem School at (773) 535-7860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.