Overview

Kershaw Elementary School is a magnet school in Chicago, IL, offering a Gifted & Talented program and International Baccalaureate. It is one of 656 schools in Chicago Public Schools.

School Rating

Kershaw Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

Thrive Award
This school received a Thrive Award in 2021. Schools that win Thrive Awards have better outcomes for student learning, college readiness, and test scores.

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Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

6450 South Lowe Avenue
Chicago, IL 60621
School leader: Ms Tanya L Fields
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