LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lincoln Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Heights SD 170 school district, located in Chicago Heights, IL with about 103 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 10 teachers, Lincoln Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Lincoln Elementary School, located at 1520 Center Ave in Chicago Heights, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Chicago Heights School District 170. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic and social-emotional development of its students. By providing a structured curriculum, Lincoln Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of middle school and beyond, emphasizing core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic mission, Lincoln Elementary plays a vital role in the local Chicago Heights community by serving as a central hub for neighborhood families. The school typically integrates extracurricular activities and supportive programming to encourage student engagement and personal growth. With a focus on building a strong community partnership between parents, educators, and students, the school strives to create a supportive culture where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information, contact Lincoln Elem School at (708) 756-4833 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.