Eisenhower Academy

www.joliet86.org

209 Students

Elementary School 1st - 5th

School Overview

Eisenhower Academy, located at 406 Burke Drive in Joliet, Illinois, is a distinguished public elementary school serving students in grades K-5. As a specialized "magnet" school within Joliet Public Schools District 86, it is known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to fostering a culture of excellence. The school places a heavy emphasis on high achievement, critical thinking, and character development, often attracting families who are seeking a focused and structured educational experience for their children.

Beyond its core curriculum, Eisenhower Academy is recognized for its unique school culture that prioritizes parental involvement and a close-knit community atmosphere. The school utilizes a specialized instructional approach designed to challenge students at their individual levels, often incorporating enrichment opportunities that go beyond standard classroom instruction. With a reputation for high academic standards and a dedicated faculty, Eisenhower Academy remains a highly sought-after destination for Joliet families looking to provide their children with a strong foundation for future academic success.

209

Total Students

13.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Eisenhower Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	52
Hispanic	97
Black	47
Two or More	12

Hispanic
97 (46.6%)
White
52 (25.0%)
Black
47 (22.6%)
Two or More
12 (5.8%)

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:	Joliet PSD 86
Phone:	(815)723-0233
Website:	http://www.joliet86.org
Grade Range:	1st - 5th
Total Students:	209
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 1 43

Grade 2 42

Grade 3 41

Grade 4 41

Grade 5 42