WALTER F FIERKE ED CENTER
Walter F Fierke Ed Center is a public elementary school that is part of the CCSD 146 school district, located in Oak Forest, IL with about 376 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Walter F Fierke Ed Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Walter F. Fierke Education Center, located in Oak Forest, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade. As a part of the Kirby School District 140, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating modern educational tools and collaborative projects to encourage student engagement and critical thinking.
Beyond academics, Fierke Education Center is known for its strong sense of community and partnership with parents. The school frequently hosts events and initiatives aimed at involving families in the educational process, helping to create a welcoming atmosphere for all students. With a focus on preparing children for middle school success, the faculty works to maintain a structured yet nurturing setting that addresses both the educational and behavioral needs of their students within the Oak Forest area.
For more information, contact Walter F Fierke Ed Center at (708) 614-4520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Oak Forest, IL 60452-2659
(708) 614-4520
WALTER F FIERKE ED CENTER is a public school in Oak Forest, IL with about 376 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CCSD 146
- Total Students:
- 376
- Teachers:
- 27.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 376 students
- White
- 69.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 21.0%
- Two or more races
- 5.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Female
- 46.3%
- Male
- 53.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.