CLAREMONT ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Claremont Academy 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 430 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 28 teachers, Claremont Academy Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Claremont Academy Elementary School, located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school operates with a focus on providing foundational academic instruction while striving to meet the diverse needs of its urban student population. The school serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing the importance of a structured learning environment to prepare students for high school and beyond.

In addition to its core curriculum, Claremont Academy aims to foster a supportive school culture that encourages student growth and development. The school’s physical location on West 64th Street places it within a dense residential area, where it plays an active role in local neighborhood life. Like many schools within the CPS system, Claremont Academy continually works to address the challenges of its community by implementing various resources and programs designed to improve student outcomes and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities.

For more information, contact Claremont Academy Elem School at (773) 535-8110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.