ERIE ELEM CHARTER SCHOOL

Erie Elem Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 417 students offering grade levels from 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 14 teachers, Erie Elem Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 29:1. 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.

Erie Elementary Charter School (EECS), located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a dual-language institution serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded with the mission to foster academic excellence and cultural pride, the school integrates a rigorous core curriculum with a strong emphasis on bilingualism and biliteracy in both English and Spanish. By utilizing a "whole-child" approach, Erie Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student population for success in competitive high schools while nurturing their social-emotional development and leadership skills.

The school is recognized for its commitment to community engagement and personalized learning, creating an environment that honors the cultural heritage of its students and their families. Through small class sizes and a dedicated staff, EECS provides targeted academic support and enrichment opportunities designed to close the achievement gap. As a tuition-free public charter school, it serves as a cornerstone of the local community, emphasizing high expectations for every student alongside a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative learning culture.

For more information, contact Erie Elem Charter School at (773) 486-7161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.