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Jahn

Official school name:
Friedrich Ludwig Jahn Elementary School
"…A charming mix of warmth, color and nurturing in a cooperative learning setting."
Principal, Sulma Rodriguez Grigalunas
 
Address:
3149 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Phone: (773) 534-5500
Fax: (773) 534-5533
www.jahn.cps.k12.il.us
Contacts:
Principal - Sulma Rodriguez Grigalunas
Other - Maria Concepción
Attendance boundaries:
Yes North zone map
School type Zone Grades Number of students
Pre K
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8
9 10 11 12
Neighborhood
North
Pre-K-8
433

Pre-K: Half Day Kindergarten: Full Day
Hours: 9:15 am-3:00 pm After School Hours: 3:00 pm-6:00 pm
Earliest Drop Off: 7:30:00 AM    
Overview

Jahn features a strong emphasis on Spanish language instruction from K-8. Our World Language Magnet Program builds on prior knowledge and includes reading and writing components in Spanish for K-8. A tuition-based program is available for before and after school. The school features music as part of its standard curriculum. Jahn offers computer and science labs, as well as internet access in every classroom. After school enrichment programs such as dance, art, chess, choir, soccer, basketball, and track. The school's partners include Alderman Waguespack's Education Committee, Chicago Communities in Schools, University of Illinois, Columbia College, University of Madison, Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, Roscoe Village Neighbors, and several local businesses.
Programs
 
Before and after school programs
Art
Choir
Enrichment
School Choir
School activities
Art
Art Program
Arts
Character Education
Family Math Night
Family Night
Family Reading and Math Nights
Family Reading Nights
Math
Math Night
Reading
Science Night
Science Nights
Sports
Sports Program
Athletics
Volleyball, Girl's
At-a-glance
Fully equipped classroom libraries and cozy reading areas greet our students for a day of interactive learning and fun. Our school's continual improvement is a testament to our center-based classrooms that offer a charming mix of warmth, color and nurturing of students in a cooperative learning setting.
Statistics Demographics
As of 2008-2009, there were 433 students enrolled at Jahn. 84.1% were low income Students. 13.2% were Special Education Students. 15.5% were Limited English Learners. As of 2008-2009, the largest demographic at Jahn was Hispanic. As of that time, this demographic made up 79.2% of the student population. The second greatest demographic was White at 10.9%.
Students w/disabilities: 13.2 % English language learners: 15.5 %
ADA accessible: No/unknown accessibility Dress Code: Yes
 
Enrollment and admissions
Guidelines
Open to students living in attendance area. If space is available, applicants living outside the attendance area may attend. Contact school for more information. Pre-K open to applicants citywide.

Admissions contactApplication typeApplication deadline
Nancy RiveraStandard and Pre-K12/18/2009
Testing required
None required
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Additional information resources
CPS strives to provide information about our schools to parents and the community. The reports listed below are intended to provide additional information about each school.

Report name Date Download
School Segment Report 2009 Download PDF
School Segment Report 2010 Download PDF
Year 1 SIPAAA 2010 - 2012 Download PDF
State School Report Card 2009 Download PDF
Scorecard
Student outcomes CPS rank or average 2006 2007 2008
Students exceeding state standards for the highest grade enrolled N/A
2%
12%
4%
Academic progress CPS rank or average 2006 2007 2008
Students meeting or exceeding state standards 68%
70%
70%
76%
Students meeting or exceeding state standards in reading 67%
66%
65%
73%
Students meeting or exceeding state standards in mathematics 71%
72%
77%
77%
Students meeting or exceeding state standards in science 63%
79%
65%
83%
Students exceeding state standards 13%
9%
11%
12%
Students promoted from 3rd grade (Data from 2004-05; 2005-06; 2006-07) 92%
96%
98%
100%
Relative School Impact on Student Growth in Reading N/A
2.1
Relative School Impact on Student Growth in Mathematics N/A
-1.7
Student connection CPS rank or average 2006 2007 2008
Average days absent per student 12.2
11.3
10.6
9.5
Students reporting participation in extracurricular activities 69%
78%
Students Reporting Adequate or Excellent Levels of School Safety 81%
89%
Students Reporting Adequate or Excellent Levels of Academic Rigor at School 80%
91%
Students Reporting Adequate or Excellent levels of Support from Teachers and Staff at School 82%
87%
Students Reporting Adequate or Excellent Levels of Social Emotional Learning among Peers 79%
79%
School characteristics CPS rank or average 2006 2007 2008
Number of national board certified teachers N/A
0
Average days absent per teacher 9
11
School cleanliness N/A
B
Parents Reporting Satisfaction with the School: Adequate + Excellent 84%
93%
Parents Reporting Satisfaction with the School: Excellent 13%
23%
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Recently published reports
Report name Date Download
6 month asbestos surveillance Fall 2009 Download PDF
Asbestos Inspection report 2007 Download PDF
School Assessment N/A Download PDF
Weekly Recycling Report Current Opens in a new window
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Key dates*
September 03
Track E: No Classes, Staff Only Day
September 06
Labor Day: No Classes
September 07
First Day of School: Regular Track
*Actual dates may vary. Please call school to confirm.