JESSE C WHITE LEARNING ACADEMY

Jesse C White Learning Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hazel Crest SD 152-5 school district, located in Hazel Crest, IL with about 513 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 30 teachers, Jesse C White Learning Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

The Jesse C. White Learning Academy, located in Hazel Crest, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving students within the Hazel Crest School District 152.5. The school is named in honor of Jesse C. White, the long-serving former Illinois Secretary of State, reflecting a commitment to community leadership and public service. The institution focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, literacy, and character development, catering to a diverse student body in the south suburbs of Chicago.

Beyond core academics, the academy strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and social-emotional development. By working closely with families and the surrounding Hazel Crest community, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. It serves as a central hub for neighborhood children, focusing on closing achievement gaps and ensuring that every student has access to the resources necessary to succeed in their formative educational years.

For more information, contact Jesse C White Learning Academy at (708) 825-2190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.