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Francis W Parker Elementary Community Academy

Francis W Parker Elementary Community Academy is a Chicago public neighborhood school serving students from PK-8. The school features early childhood programs and is located in the 60621 area.

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Francis W Parker Elementary Community Academy is a public neighborhood school located at 6800 S Stewart Ave in Chicago, Illinois. Part of the Chicago Public Schools district, the academy serves students from prekindergarten through eighth grade (PK, K-8). The school provides early childhood school-based preschool programs specifically designed for children starting at age three to support early developmental milestones. As a community academy, the school serves as a local hub for neighborhood students. While specific health and wellness metrics are limited, the school is integrated into the city's public education infrastructure. Recent facility maintenance records indicate ongoing attention to building infrastructure, such as plumbing and utility management, to ensure a functional environment for the student body.

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    4/1/2026
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Health reviews

2.5
2 reviews
  • I'm honestly pretty worried about the environment at Parker. Lately, it feels like there's always something breaking down—I’ve seen reports about leaking lines and constant plumbing repairs in the building. It makes me wonder about the air quality and if there’s mold hidden behind the walls from all those leaks. The school just feels run down, and the communication about these issues is basically non-existent. My kid complains that the teachers seem checked out and 'play favorites,' which doesn't exactly help with the stress and mental wellbeing side of things. It’s hard to feel good about sending your child to a place that feels like it’s literally falling apart under their feet.

    5/11/2026

  • My youngest is at Parker and honestly it's a bit of a mixed bag. The staff in the early childhood area are really sweet and definitely try their best to keep the classrooms clean, but with so many kids in one building, it feels like there's always a cold or something going around. I do wish they were a little faster about sending out notifications when several kids in a class are out sick so we can keep a better eye on symptoms at home. They're pretty strict about the fever-free policy though, which I appreciate even if it’s a hassle to find childcare last minute.

    3/30/2026

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