EDISON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Edison Park Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 540 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Edison Park Elem School 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.

Edison Park Elementary School, located in the historic and tight-knit Edison Park neighborhood on the far northwest side of Chicago, is a highly regarded PreK-8 institution within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families. It consistently maintains high performance ratings, often attributed to its stable environment, dedicated teaching staff, and active parental involvement.

The school offers a traditional curriculum bolstered by a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports programs, arts, and clubs that cater to the diverse interests of its student body. Because of its reputation for excellence and its location in a family-oriented residential area, Edison Park Elementary remains a sought-after choice for local residents. The school’s culture emphasizes both academic achievement and character development, fostering a supportive atmosphere that prepares students for success in competitive high school programs.

For more information, contact Edison Park Elem School at (773) 534-0960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6220 N Olcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60631-1815
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EDISON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 540 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
540
Teachers:
30.97
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 540 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending EDISON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.5%
Hispanic/Latino
20.4%
Asian
5.6%
Two or more races
1.3%
Black or African American
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.