Eisenhower Academy

www.joliet86.org

229 Students

Elementary School 1st - 5th

School Overview

Eisenhower Academy, located at 406 Burke Drive in Joliet, Illinois, is a distinguished public elementary school serving students in grades K-5. As a specialized "magnet" school within Joliet Public Schools District 86, it is known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to fostering a culture of excellence. The school places a heavy emphasis on high achievement, critical thinking, and character development, often attracting families who are seeking a focused and structured educational experience for their children.

Beyond its core curriculum, Eisenhower Academy is recognized for its unique school culture that prioritizes parental involvement and a close-knit community atmosphere. The school utilizes a specialized instructional approach designed to challenge students at their individual levels, often incorporating enrichment opportunities that go beyond standard classroom instruction. With a reputation for high academic standards and a dedicated faculty, Eisenhower Academy remains a highly sought-after destination for Joliet families looking to provide their children with a strong foundation for future academic success.

229

Total Students

12.8

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Eisenhower Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	65
Hispanic	112
Black	43
Two or More	9

Hispanic
112 (48.9 %)
White
65 (28.4 %)
Black
43 (18.8 %)
Two or More
9 (3.9 %)

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:	Joliet PSD 86
Phone:	(815)723-0233
Website:	http://www.joliet86.org
Grade Range:	1st - 5th
Total Students:	229
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	12.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
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

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 47

Grade 3 44

Grade 4 46

Grade 5 47

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Eisenhower Academy
Grade	Student Count
Grade 1	45
Grade 2	47
Grade 3	44
Grade 4	46
Grade 5	47

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Eisenhower Academy
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	130	56.8%
Male	99	43.2%

Joliet PSD 86

607 Students

207 S Midland Ave
Joliet, IL 60436 (4.3 miles away)

Elementary School K - 5th