DANIEL BURNHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Daniel Burnham Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cicero SD 99 school district, located in Cicero, IL with about 950 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 58 teachers, Daniel Burnham Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Daniel Burnham Elementary School, located at 1630 S 59th Ave in Cicero, Illinois, serves as a cornerstone of the Cicero School District 99 community. As a public institution, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education to students in the area, emphasizing core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science. The school is named in honor of Daniel Burnham, the renowned Chicago architect and urban planner, reflecting a commitment to building a structured and supportive environment where young learners can develop the skills necessary for future academic success.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Daniel Burnham Elementary plays a vital role in the social and developmental growth of its student body. The school fosters a diverse and collaborative atmosphere, encouraging parental involvement and community engagement to enrich the educational experience. By focusing on both rigorous classroom instruction and the cultivation of character, the school strives to prepare its students to be productive members of the broader Cicero community and to meet the challenges of their advancing education.

For more information, contact Daniel Burnham Elem School at (708) 652-9577 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.