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WASHINGTON G ES

3611 E 114TH St

Chicago, Illinois 60617

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School Overview

Each CPS school is a dynamic and vibrant learning community with so many different ways students can thrive. We’re so happy to share all the great things that make our school a great place to learn!

A Message from the Principal

A Message from the Principal

George Washington Elementary is a neighborhood school that strives to achieve academic success for all our students through a challenging and engaging curriculum. With high expectations and a strong literacy, math, science, computer science, and writing integration foundation, students are prepared for the challenges of the future as educated, productive, and democratic adult members of society.  Washington has partnerships with the Field Museum, IMC, East Side Lions, Vodak Chicago Public Library, Code.org, CS4All, Google, and Chicago Community in Schools. We have classrooms participating in the LEAP Program. The school has won awards and recognition from the State of Illinois, as well as from other organizations.  Our school has received Chicago Foundation for Education, SPARK Grant, Donors Choose, Dart Foundation, Meemic Foundation, Arts Grant, OST Grant, and National Excellence in Urban Education Award 2014 and 2015, Code.org,  and other grants.  

A Message from the Principal

State of the School

The State of the School address provides a robust community forum to reflect on the past year's progress, discuss future priorities, and align school goals with the District's five-year strategic plan, "Success 2029: Together We Rise."

  • Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
  • Time: 3:15 pm - 4:16 pm
  • Room: Cafeteria

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PK-8

School Grades

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574

# of Students

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District

Governance

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773-535-5010
Phone

773-535-5098
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7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
School Hours

7:50 AM
Earliest Dropoff

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Sergio Manuel Ramirez
Principal

Melissa Carlon
Assistant Principal

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Data About This School

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Curriculum & Instruction

Data about student learning, achievement and classroom curriculum.

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Inclusive & Supportive Learning Environment

Data about student progress, classroom support and the school environment.

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Connectedness & Wellbeing

Data about student attendance, health supports and access to enriching activities.

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Postsecondary Success

Data about student readiness for college, careers and life after graduation.

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Partnerships & Engagement

Data about how families, community and the school work together to support student learning.

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How We Partner for Continuous Improvement

District Investments

CPS is committed to providing the resources needed to provide a high-quality education for all our students. Strategic investments are equitably distributed to support school initiatives and priorities that drive student growth.

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Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP)

This three-year strategic plan is prepared by each school’s CIWP team (school leadership, staff, parents, LSC members, community members, and others) to outline the school’s initiatives and priorities to improve student outcomes.

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