School Overview
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (04-05)
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Asian
(04-05)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(04-05)n/a
18%
Black
(04-05)100%
20%
White
(04-05)n/a
57%
Hawaiian
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (04-05)
88%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Grant Elementary Community Academy?
332 students attend Grant Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Grant Elementary Community Academy students are Black.
What school district is Grant Elementary Community Academy part of?
Grant Elementary Community Academy is part of City Of Chicago School District 299.
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.
