Harriet Tubman Elem School

www.cps.edu

296 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Agassiz Elementary School, located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a Chicago Public School (CPS) that serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering a supportive community environment. It places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond, while also incorporating various extracurricular activities to encourage well-rounded student development.

Beyond academics, Agassiz is recognized for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a significant role in supporting school programs and student initiatives. The school’s location in the heart of Lincoln Park allows it to leverage neighborhood resources and partnerships, enhancing the educational experience for its students. With a focus on social-emotional learning and inclusive practices, Agassiz strives to provide a welcoming atmosphere where students of various backgrounds can thrive and engage with the broader Chicago community.

296

Total Students

39.5

Full-Time Teachers

7.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Harriet Tubman Elem School
Demographic	Student Count
White	118
Hispanic	81
Black	59
Asian	18
Two or More	19
American Indian	1

White
118 (39.9 %)
Hispanic
81 (27.4 %)
Black
59 (19.9 %)
Two or More
19 (6.4 %)
Asian
18 (6.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	City of Chicago SD 299
Phone:	(773)534-5725
Website:	http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	296
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	7.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 20

Kindergarten 20

Grade 1 28

Grade 2 29

Grade 3 34

Grade 4 27

Grade 5 24

Grade 6 43

Grade 7 30

Grade 8 41

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Harriet Tubman Elem School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	20
Kindergarten	20
Grade 1	28
Grade 2	29
Grade 3	34
Grade 4	27
Grade 5	24
Grade 6	43
Grade 7	30
Grade 8	41

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Harriet Tubman Elem School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	148	50%
Male	148	50%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)