DAWES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dawes Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Evanston CCSD 65 school district, located in Evanston, IL with about 380 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 31 teachers, Dawes Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Dawes Elementary School, located at 440 Dodge Avenue in Evanston, Illinois, is a public school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade as part of Evanston/Skokie School District 65. The school is known for its diverse student population and its commitment to fostering an inclusive, community-oriented learning environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing core academic subjects like literacy and mathematics with social-emotional learning to support the development of the "whole child."

The school is deeply integrated into the surrounding South Evanston neighborhood and prides itself on strong parent-teacher partnerships and community engagement. Dawes offers a variety of programs and extracurricular activities designed to enrich the student experience, often focusing on project-based learning and cultural enrichment. By maintaining a focus on equity and high academic standards, Dawes Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in middle school and beyond while creating a welcoming space for all families.

For more information, contact Dawes Elementary School at (847) 905-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.