TARKINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tarkington 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 999 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 49 teachers, Tarkington Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Tarkington Elementary School, located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood on the Southwest Side of Chicago, serves a diverse student population as part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a foundational education for students in grades Pre-K through 8th grade. It operates as a vital community hub, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school environment at Tarkington emphasizes student engagement and community involvement, often fostering a close-knit atmosphere despite the challenges associated with a large urban district. Like many schools in the CPS system, Tarkington utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of its students. Parents and community members typically interact with the school through local school council meetings and various extracurricular programs, all aimed at supporting student achievement and maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.

For more information, contact Tarkington Elem School at (773) 535-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.