Goethe Elementary at 2236 N Rockwell St. is part of the Chicago Public School system in Logan Square and serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. A recipient of the 2021 Thrive Award, Goethe Elementary is recognized for successfully supporting college readiness, better test scores and learning outcomes among its students.
31 percent of Goethe Elementary students are proficient in reading and 28 percent test at or above math proficiency levels. Over 120 years old, Goethe enrolls 767 students who enjoy an average student-to-teacher ratio of 16-to-1.
Goethe employs 30 full-time teachers and maintains an athletic program that includes basketball, volleyball, soccer, track and field, cross country and flag football. Disciplines like art, music, technology and AP math are administered by seven specially trained instructors.
In addition to core classes in reading, science, computer technology and math, Goethe Elementary promotes a vibrant culture of social and emotional development. Students are taught to uplift and encourage fellow classmates with "kind words and deeds" and become "bucket fillers" for others.
Goethe’s staff believe smiles and selfless gestures impact the surrounding community positively, and Goethe Elementary is dedicated to shaping the children of Logan Square into thoughtful, happy and educated young adults.
Goethe Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
2236 N Rockwell St,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Barbara Jane Kargas
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Reading Proficiency
15%
Niche Grade
C
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.7%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
740:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
Hispanic
64.8%
White
21.8%
Black
5.2%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Native American
1.1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
9/28/2023
Came to Goethe after another experience at a CPS school left our family feeling defeated and disconnected and it has been great. Both kids feel like they have found a home. Teachers, admin and community are incredibly supportive and engaged. Really wonderful environment that values both academics an...
9/28/2023
We relocated from Michigan to chicago and have found so much more joy at this school. The community of parents is incredibly supportive. The school has an abundance of after school programs to keep the kids engaged, even optional field trips on saturdays! Following Covid, my daughter was behind in r...
9/28/2023
Goethe is an amazing school with such great supports. We transferred to this school because of the inclusive, supportive environment and we couldn’t be happier with how they have dealt with both of our very different children.
9/28/2023
Beyond our kids having access to an amazing education and additional opportunities for sports, creativity, clubs, etc., Goethe is more than just a school--it's a community. We felt welcomed right from the beginning and everyone strives to foster a connected, caring, and inclusive environment. The te...
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Attendance Zone
About Logan Square
List Price Range
$255K - $2.1M
Homes For Sale
49
Average Home Value
$672,746
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
68%
Household Income
$111,711
% of College Grads
56.8%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
3,084 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.8%
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