Waters Elementary School is in the heart of Ravenswood and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. The school's average enrollment tops 600 students, a more than 80 percent increase over the past decade.
Waters Elementary is recognized for its fine and performing arts, ecology and technology programs. These programs are used to interlace themes throughout all subjects taught in the hopes of creating a more engaging and holistic educational experience for students.
The school uses traditional learning models as well as incorporating experiential learning through hands-on activities and interaction, and differentiate learning based on students’ academic levels in reading and math. The average standardized test scores for students are well above average in English and math.
Beyond academics, Waters Elementary offers extracurricular sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, cross country and track. Students who want to participate in activities outside of sports can explore the chess team, yearbook club and leadership ambassadors program.
A recent survey of students and teachers recognized the school as having very involved parents and very collaborative teachers. Teachers who participated in the survey overwhelmingly said they would recommend the school to parents searching for a place to send their child.
Waters Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-8
4540 N Campbell Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Titia Kipp
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
48%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
48%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
44
Full Time Teachers
44
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.1%
GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
647:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%
White
59.2%
Hispanic
24.2%
Two or more races
9.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.6%
Black
2.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/3/2015
I enjoyed doing various activities at this school such as Volleyball and All Stars.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/22/2025
The contrast between public identity and the internal reality continues to get bolder. Waters markets itself as a community-driven, justice-oriented school—one that elevates diverse learners, values staff input, and champions inclusive practices. But inside the building, many staff quietly navigate...
9/13/2025
When we moved into the area, we were determining what route we would take: private school, public school, or a combination of at home learning and supplemental programs.While speaking with many in the community we realized Waters is well loved school in the community and decided to enroll our early...
9/8/2025
Waters Elementary has a long history as a welcoming space for students and staff alike. Unfortunately, the current principal has not continued to support teachers and staff in the same way he welcomes families. As a teacher at Waters, I was enthusiastic to see new leadership bring the school forward...
9/4/2025
Every person has their own unique experience at any school and each person can only speak to their own individual experience. For our family with middle schoolers, Waters has been wonderful. There is a real sense of community and giving back that is felt and shared at school-wide events. Families ar...
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
4,138 Sq Ft
% Renters
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
75%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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- Football
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- Playground
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- Picnic Area
- Playground
Chase Park
- Football
- Pool
- Soccer
Welles Park
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Waters Elementary School is a public school for students in grades 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 638 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Waters Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $927,406. Discover additional schools in the area, like DeVry Advantage Academy High School, Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Senter, Amundsen High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Waters Elementary School.