OROZCO ELEM FINE ARTS & SCIENCES

Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences 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 539 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, Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences 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.

Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences, located in the heart of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, is a vibrant educational institution that places a strong emphasis on integrating the arts with core academic subjects. The school is known for its commitment to providing a well-rounded curriculum that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. By leveraging its fine arts focus, Orozco encourages students to explore various forms of expression—including visual arts, music, and dance—as a way to deepen their understanding of traditional subjects like math, science, and literacy.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Orozco Elementary is deeply rooted in the local community, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Pilsen area. The school serves as a hub for students and families, often promoting inclusivity and bilingualism. With a dedicated staff and a mission to develop the "whole child," Orozco provides a supportive environment that prepares its students for success in higher education while nurturing their individual talents and confidence.

For more information, contact Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences at (773) 534-7215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1940 W 18th St
Chicago, IL 60608-1903
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OROZCO ELEM FINE ARTS & SCIENCES is a public Title I school in Chicago, IL with about 539 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
539
Teachers:
29.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 539 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OROZCO ELEM FINE ARTS & SCIENCES is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 96% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
96.3%
Black or African American
1.9%
White
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.4%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.