MORTON ELEM CAREER ACADEMY

Morton Elem Career 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 310 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 19 teachers, Morton Elem Career Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Morton School of Excellence (formerly Morton Elementary Career Academy), located in the East Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a neighborhood public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school focuses on providing a foundational education tailored to the specific needs of its local community. Its curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school is notable for its commitment to restorative justice practices and a "whole-child" approach, which prioritizes student well-being alongside academic achievement. By emphasizing a supportive school culture, Morton seeks to foster a safe learning environment that encourages civic engagement and personal growth among its diverse student body. Through various partnerships and programming, the school strives to bridge the opportunity gap for its students, helping them develop the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly competitive academic landscape.

For more information, contact Morton Elem Career Academy at (773) 534-6791 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.