Memorial Elem School

www.district146.org

296 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Memorial Elementary School, located at 6701 179th St in Tinley Park, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Kirby School District 140. As an elementary school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in the primary grades, emphasizing the development of core literacy, mathematical, and social-emotional skills. The school community is known for fostering a supportive and nurturing environment, aimed at preparing young learners for their future academic journeys through a blend of structured curriculum and student-centered activities.

Beyond academics, Memorial Elementary School is highly integrated into the broader Tinley Park community. The school prides itself on promoting strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents to create a cohesive learning atmosphere. By utilizing local resources and maintaining a focus on inclusivity, the school strives to accommodate diverse learning styles and cultivate a sense of school pride. With its suburban setting and commitment to foundational education, the school remains a key pillar for families residing in the Tinley Park area.

296

Total Students

29.5

Full-Time Teachers

10.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Memorial Elem School
Demographic	Student Count
White	193
Hispanic	64
Black	22
Asian	3
Two or More	14

White
193 (65.2 %)
Hispanic
64 (21.6 %)
Black
22 (7.4 %)
Two or More
14 (4.7 %)
Asian
3 (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:	CCSD 146
Phone:	(708)614-4535
Website:	http://www.district146.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	296
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 29

Kindergarten 43

Grade 1 48

Grade 2 46

Grade 3 40

Grade 4 43

Grade 5 47