Overview

Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is a magnet school in Chicago, IL, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 656 schools in Chicago Public Schools.

School Rating

Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
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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

3200 South Calumet Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616
School leader: Dr Safurat Giwa
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  • 1 /10
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  • 1 /10
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  • 2 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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