DISTRICT 99 EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR

District 99 Early Childhood Ctr is a Title I public prekindergarten school that is part of the Cicero SD 99 school district, located in Cicero, IL with about 134 students. 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 9 teachers, District 99 Early Childhood Ctr has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

District 99 Early Childhood Center, located at 5330 W 35th St in Cicero, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational hub for the community’s youngest learners. As part of the Cicero Public School District 99, this facility is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education, typically focusing on preschool and pre-kindergarten programs designed to foster social, emotional, and academic development during these critical formative years.

The center emphasizes a nurturing environment aimed at school readiness, helping children transition successfully into the K-8 system. By prioritizing play-based learning, literacy foundations, and early socialization skills, District 99 Early Childhood Center works to bridge the gap for young families in Cicero, ensuring that every child has access to an equitable start in their educational journey within a supportive and structured neighborhood setting.

For more information, contact District 99 Early Childhood Ctr at (708) 982-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.