School Overview
Pritzker Elementary School, located in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, is a highly regarded neighborhood school known for its strong focus on arts integration and academic rigor. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, it serves a diverse student body and has built a reputation for its vibrant community atmosphere and high levels of parental involvement. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both traditional core subjects and creative enrichment, often leveraging its location in a culturally rich neighborhood to provide unique learning opportunities for its students.

Beyond its academic program, Pritzker is well-regarded for its stable leadership and dedicated teaching staff, which contribute to a supportive learning environment. The school frequently engages in partnerships with local organizations and arts institutions, allowing students to participate in specialized programs that enhance their development. For families in the 60622 area, Pritzker is often viewed as a cornerstone of the community, valued for its commitment to holistic education and its success in maintaining high standards of achievement within a bustling urban setting.
674
Total Students
41.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pritzker Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White261
Hispanic158
Black122
Asian54
Two or More74
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    261 (38.7%)
  • Hispanic
    158 (23.4%)
  • Black
    122 (18.1%)
  • Two or More
    74 (11.0%)
  • Asian
    54 (8.0%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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)534-4415
Website: http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 674
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 66
Grade 1 67
Grade 2 61
Grade 3 72
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 103
Grade 6 72
Grade 7 72
Grade 8 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pritzker Elem School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten66
Grade 167
Grade 261
Grade 372
Grade 470
Grade 5103
Grade 672
Grade 772
Grade 871
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pritzker Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33950.3%
Male33549.7%
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