MEDGAR EVERS PRIMARY ACADMC CNTR

Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ford Heights SD 169 school district, located in Ford Heights, IL with about 269 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 13 teachers, Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr 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.

Medgar Evers Primary Academic Center, located at 1101 E 10th St in Ford Heights, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Ford Heights School District 169. As a primary academic center, the school focuses on the early developmental years of students, typically providing instruction from pre-kindergarten through the primary elementary grades. It functions as a key community hub, aiming to establish a strong academic and social foundation for children in a small, tight-knit residential area.

The school is defined by its commitment to serving the specific needs of the Ford Heights community, often operating with a focus on personalized attention and fostering a supportive learning environment. Like many primary centers in the region, its mission centers on literacy, foundational mathematics, and social-emotional growth, preparing young students for their transition into middle school. By emphasizing small-group instruction and community involvement, Medgar Evers Primary Academic Center plays a vital role in the long-term educational trajectory of its local student population.

For more information, contact Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr at (708) 758-2520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.