JACQUES MARQUETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jacques Marquette Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gary Community School Corp school district, located in Gary, IN with about 351 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Jacques Marquette Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Jacques Marquette Elementary School is a public school located in the Miller Beach neighborhood of Gary, Indiana. Serving students in the Gary Community School Corporation, the school provides foundational education for children in the surrounding community. It is situated in a distinct area of the city known for its proximity to Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes, which often influences the school’s community identity and local partnerships.

As part of the Gary Community School Corporation, the institution focuses on core academic development, aiming to meet state educational standards while addressing the specific needs of its student population. The school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, fostering an environment meant to encourage academic growth, social development, and preparation for middle school transitions. Like many schools in the district, it operates within a broader framework of educational reform and community engagement efforts intended to improve student outcomes across the city.

For more information, contact Jacques Marquette Elem School at (219) 881-3610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.