School Overview
Libby Elementary School is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago and serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade as part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is situated in a historically industrial area, and its programming focuses on providing a foundational education that addresses the academic and social-emotional needs of its local community. As a neighborhood school, it plays a vital role in the daily lives of families in the 60609 zip code, often emphasizing community engagement and support services to help students overcome the challenges associated with urban education.

In terms of academic approach, Libby Elementary typically focuses on standard core curriculum subjects while participating in various CPS district initiatives aimed at improving literacy and mathematics outcomes. Like many schools in the district, it strives to create a supportive environment by utilizing restorative justice practices and providing extracurricular activities intended to enrich the student experience. Prospective families or community members interested in specific performance data, current enrollment figures, or extracurricular programs are encouraged to consult the official Chicago Public Schools website or the school’s individual profile page, as these resources provide the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding school ratings and policy changes.
275
Total Students
23.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Libby Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic132
Black138
Two or More1
  • Black
    138 (50.2%)
  • Hispanic
    132 (48.0%)
  • White
    4 (1.5%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.4%)
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: Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Phone: (773)535-9050
Website: http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 275
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 14
Kindergarten 30
Grade 1 26
Grade 2 25
Grade 3 20
Grade 4 31
Grade 5 27
Grade 6 37
Grade 7 32
Grade 8 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Libby Elem School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten14
Kindergarten30
Grade 126
Grade 225
Grade 320
Grade 431
Grade 527
Grade 637
Grade 732
Grade 833
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Libby Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12344.7%
Male15255.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)