PEREZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Perez 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 301 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 20 teachers, Perez 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.

Perez Elementary School, located in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, the school is deeply rooted in the local community and is known for its strong cultural identity, often reflecting the vibrant Mexican-American heritage of the surrounding area. The school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering an inclusive environment that supports the social and emotional development of its diverse student body.

In addition to its core academic programming, Perez Elementary emphasizes community engagement and family involvement as pillars of student success. The school often utilizes its location to integrate cultural arts and local partnerships into the daily experience of its students. By offering various extracurricular activities and maintaining a focus on personalized learning, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school and beyond, striving to provide a supportive educational foundation within the heart of Chicago’s Lower West Side.

For more information, contact Perez Elem School at (773) 534-7650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.