LITTLE FORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Little Fort Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Waukegan CUSD 60 school district, located in Waukegan, IL with about 484 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 31 teachers, Little Fort Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Little Fort Elementary School is a public school located in Waukegan, Illinois, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of Waukegan Community Unit School District 60, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. It focuses on foundational academic development, aiming to prepare its diverse student population for future success through a curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth.

Beyond academics, Little Fort Elementary is known for its dedication to community involvement and school spirit. The school provides various resources and programs designed to engage both students and their families, ensuring a holistic approach to education. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, parents, and the local community, Little Fort seeks to create a safe and nurturing space where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact Little Fort Elem School at (224) 303-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087-3014
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LITTLE FORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Waukegan, IL with about 484 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Waukegan CUSD 60
Total Students:
484
Teachers:
31
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 484 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LITTLE FORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 73% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
73.3%
Black or African American
16.1%
White
5.4%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.