SAUCEDO ELEM SCHOLASTIC ACADEMY

Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy 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 1,005 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 57 teachers, Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy 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.

Saucedo Scholastic Academy, located in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As a Scholastic Academy, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and prepare students for high-achieving high school programs. The school is known for its strong connection to the local community, reflecting the cultural identity of the predominantly Hispanic neighborhood it serves, while striving to provide equitable educational opportunities for all its students.

Beyond its core academics, Saucedo offers a variety of extracurricular activities and support services aimed at nurturing the "whole child." The school places a significant focus on bilingual education and cultural enrichment, helping students maintain proficiency in both English and Spanish. With a dedicated faculty and a commitment to continuous improvement, Saucedo Scholastic Academy works to create a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth, social-emotional development, and long-term academic success within the Chicago Public Schools network.

For more information, contact Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy at (773) 534-1770 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.