McDade Elem Classical School

www.cps.edu

210 Students

Elementary School K - 7th

School Overview

McDade Elementary Classical School, located in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, is a highly regarded magnet school that focuses on an accelerated, rigorous academic curriculum. As a "classical" school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, it emphasizes a structured learning environment centered on core subjects such as language arts, mathematics, and social studies, often moving at a faster pace than standard elementary programs. The school is known for its selective enrollment process and its commitment to fostering high academic achievement through a traditional pedagogical approach.

Beyond its academic rigor, McDade is recognized for its dedicated school community and its focus on developing well-rounded students. The school environment typically emphasizes discipline, critical thinking, and character development, preparing its students for success in competitive high school programs. By maintaining high expectations for all learners and fostering a culture of excellence, McDade serves as a prominent educational option for families in Chicago looking for a challenging, foundational academic experience for their children.

210

Total Students

13.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McDade Elem Classical School
Demographic	Student Count
White	5
Hispanic	2
Black	191
Asian	4
Two or More	8

Black
191 (91.0 %)
Two or More
8 (3.8 %)
White
5 (2.4 %)
Asian
4 (1.9 %)
Hispanic
2 (1.0 %)

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)535-3669
Website:	http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range:	K - 7th
Total Students:	210
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.6
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

Kindergarten 21

Grade 1 28

Grade 2 28

Grade 3 27

Grade 4 29

Grade 5 30

Grade 6 26

Grade 7 14

Grade 8 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McDade Elem Classical School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	21
Grade 1	28
Grade 2	28
Grade 3	27
Grade 4	29
Grade 5	30
Grade 6	26
Grade 7	14
Grade 8	7

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McDade Elem Classical School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	105	50%
Male	105	50%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)