Academy for Global Citizenship

Academy for Global Citizenship

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
4647 W 47th St,  Chicago, IL
4.2
466 Students
C
Niche Grade
The Academy for Global Citizenship is a Chicago Public Schools magnet campus with an emphasis on creating a better world through academics and global mindedness. With its motto “this is how we change the world,” the school teaches rigorous academic-focused subjects like reading and math but also takes an individualized, holistic approach that educates the whole student. This not only increases a child’s chances for future success but also their individual development and problem-solving. Enrolling 450 students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the Academy boasts a unique net-positive energy campus built in 2005 according to the guidelines of the National Living Building Challenge The campus produces far more energy than it consumes through initiatives like composting, wastewater recycling, solar energy and urban farming, all of which become teaching tools for students to create a better future. The subject matter of environmental stewardship is augmented by other programs such as yoga and wellness initiatives, urban gardening, ecological habit building and organic, nutritional breakfast and lunches each day. Academically, a 21st-century learning environment makes use of subject matter and experiential service on campus and in the community as teaching tools that go far beyond the classroom.

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Jennifer Moore
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
7.5%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
938:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.2%
Male
47.8%
Hispanic
93.3%
White
3.2%
Black
1.5%
Two or more races
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 20 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/13/2023
The Academy for Global Citizenship (AGC) is an extraordinary educational institution that I cannot recommend highly enough. As a parent, I am constantly amazed by the school's commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and sustainable learning environment. AGC's emphasis on global citizenship an...
5.0 other
5/30/2023
AGC is an innovate place to work and learn. Students lead the learning in IB units of inquiry, explore all that Chicago has to offer in numerous field experiences per year and enjoy time with peers outside daily. Teachers are constantly learning new practices and tweaking units as they collaborate t...
5.0 teacher
5/29/2023
Working at AGC has been an absolute delight. The supportive and inspiring leadership, combined with a nurturing environment, makes it an exceptional workplace for educators. Collaboration among staff members is encouraged, fostering a positive and dynamic atmosphere. The dedication to student succes...
5.0 other
5/29/2023
AGC is a truly innovative learning community offering Dual Language and IB. The school is about to move into a brand-new, cutting edge campus with a three-acre farm. The campus is going to produce more energy than it uses and the school offers the state's only scratch-made, organic meal program. Thi...

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