JAMES R DOOLITTLE ACADEMY

James R Doolittle 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 277 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 15 teachers, James R Doolittle Academy 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.

James R. Doolittle Jr. Elementary School (often referred to as Doolittle Academy) is a public PreK-8 school located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago. Part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, the school serves a predominantly African American student population in a historic community known for its deep roots in African American culture, arts, and business. The school is situated in a central location that places it near major transit routes and the ongoing revitalization efforts of the South Side.

Academically, Doolittle Academy emphasizes foundational learning and seeks to provide a supportive environment for students throughout their elementary and middle school years. Like many schools in the district, it focuses on achieving state benchmarks while offering various extracurricular activities and community-based programs to engage students. The school operates with a commitment to fostering student growth and maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Bronzeville neighborhood, acting as a central hub for local families and community members.

For more information, contact James R Doolittle Academy at (773) 535-1040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.