CATALYST CHARTER - MARIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Catalyst Charter - Maria ES is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 1,071 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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.

**Catalyst Charter – Maria Elementary School**, located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Catalyst Schools network, the school operates with a mission centered on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education within a structured and supportive environment. The school emphasizes character development alongside academic achievement, aiming to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in high school and beyond.

The school is known for its focus on a "whole child" approach, integrating community values with academic instruction to help students navigate personal and professional challenges. By fostering a close-knit school culture, Maria Elementary seeks to build strong partnerships with families and the surrounding community. Through its commitment to high standards and personalized attention, Catalyst Maria strives to narrow the achievement gap and ensure that its student body—which primarily serves the local Chicago Lawn population—has equitable access to quality educational opportunities.

For more information, contact Catalyst Charter - Maria ES at (773) 993-1770 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.