The Louis B. Nettelhorst School serves the Lakeview neighborhood kindergarten through eighth grade students at 3252 North Broadway Ave. Named after Louis Nettelhorst, Sr., a German immigrant who headed the Chicago Board of Education from 1888 to 1892, the school features historical architecture and was founded almost 150 years ago in 1892.
The Nettelhorst Elementary School currently enrolls 753 students who enjoy an average class size of 28 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 15-to-1. Students test above state averages in math and reading proficiency, with 47% of Nettelhorst students testing as proficient readers and 46% testing at or above proficiency levels in math.
As part of the Chicago Public School (CPS) Fine and Performing Arts magnet cluster school program, Nettelhorst promotes specialized learning in fine and performing arts. Home to colorful public artwork, the Nettlelhorst campus inspires students with museum quality installations that include a sculpture by artist Terry Karpowicz at the corner of Broadway and Melrose.
Athletic programming at Nettelhorst includes competitive cheerleading, basketball, softball, volleyball, football and soccer.
Offering students an environment to pursue self-expression, creativity and independent thinking, the community and curriculum of Nettelhorst Elementary School promotes a love of lifelong learning.
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Public Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
3252 North Broadway,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Cindy A Wulbert
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.4%
GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
716:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
56%
Hispanic
14.7%
Two or more races
10.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.4%
Black
8.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/18/2024
This school is a fine & performing art school, not surprise not give 5 stars because of a great staff, great teachers, and great students. When the teachers teach students, they can make them fully understand.
5/28/2020
Caring, creative atmosphere. Parent involved culture . Learning made fun. Great after school programming and sports opportunities.
11/5/2017
I was a student at Nettelhorst from 4th to 7th grade, and my experience with the education was great, as it was very challenging, but the experience with the staff and students wasn't as great. The staff can be very rude and disrespectful at times, but I would say it is still a good place to send your child if you want them to have an interactive and challenging curriculum.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/30/2025
As a parent at Nettlehorst Elementary, I am alarmed by the ongoing failures in leadership under Principal Dr. Joshua Marburger. Despite repeated concerns raised by families and staff, the administration has not taken meaningful action to address blatant racism and sexism within the school community....
8/23/2025
Both my sons went to nettlehorst ! From principal to counselor, coaches and teachers there is a huge emphasis on learning, inclusion, individuality, creativity, self expression and empathy! This is by far one of the greatest schools in all of Illinois. I’m grateful to the staff for the experience my...
8/11/2024
My son was graduated in 2024. He had a good time and good experience; he has ELL, and the teacher teach him to prove his language skills to be native speaker in the future. The teacher deserves a compliment. I'm here at my son's graduation day and it was one of the best days of my life to see my son...
8/10/2024
This school is good for bright students and there are no bullies here. We had a stallion activity in every year, wow, what a good school.
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Nettelhorst Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Chicago, IL and is served by the Chicago Public Schools in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 683 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Nettelhorst Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $418,661. Discover additional schools in the area, like Lake View High School, Lincoln Park High School, Uplift Community High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Nettelhorst Elementary School.