EDISON ELEM REGIONAL GIFTED CNTR

Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 271 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

**Edison Elementary Regional Gifted Center**, located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a highly regarded magnet school that serves students in grades K–8. As a Regional Gifted Center (RGC) within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, it is designed specifically for students who demonstrate high academic achievement and cognitive ability. The curriculum is accelerated and rigorous, moving at a faster pace than traditional neighborhood schools to meet the unique intellectual and social-emotional needs of gifted learners.

Because admission to Edison is selective and based on performance on the CPS gifted assessment, the school fosters a highly focused academic environment. The school is known for its strong community culture and emphasis on critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and enrichment. By providing a peer group of similarly advanced students and specialized instruction, Edison aims to challenge its students to reach their full potential while preparing them for competitive high school programs and beyond.

For more information, contact Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr at (773) 534-0540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.