422 ft
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| Grade | Students Total |
|---|---|
| Pre-K | 11 |
| Kindergarten | 33 |
| Grade 1 | 33 |
| Grade 2 | 27 |
| Grade 3 | 36 |
| Grade 4 | 38 |
| Grade 5 | 37 |
| Grade 6 | 35 |
| Grade 7 | 41 |
| Grade 8 | 25 |
Benjamin E Mays Elementary Academy School is a public school located in the South Side of Chicago, IL. The school serves students from kindergarten through 8th grade and has been providing quality education to its students since it opened in 2003.
The mission of Benjamin E Mays Elementary Academy School is to provide an excellent educational experience for all children by creating a safe and nurturing environment that encourages learning, creativity, collaboration, and respect for diversity. The school offers a variety of programs such as music classes, physical education classes, art classes, foreign language instruction (Spanish), technology courses (including coding) and more.
At Benjamin E Mays Elementary Academy School there are many opportunities for parents to get involved with their child’s education including parent-teacher conferences, volunteer activities at the school or within the community, and various family events throughout the year. Additionally, the school provides support services such as counseling services for both students and families as well as after-school tutoring programs.
Overall Benjamin E Mays Elementary Academy School strives to create an atmosphere where every student can reach their full potential while developing strong academic skills along with social emotional growth.