ElementaryChicago, ILHealth profile

James Shields Elementary School

James Shields Elementary School is a Chicago public school recognized as one of America's Healthiest Schools with a Bronze award for its commitment to student wellness and physical education.

A place to learn, thrive, and stay well.

James Shields Elementary School is a public school located at 4250 S Rockwell St in Chicago, Illinois. As part of the Chicago Public Schools District 299, the institution serves the local community with a focus on primary education. The school has demonstrated a commitment to student well-being through strategic planning that emphasizes health, wellness, and regular, positive communication with families. The school is notable for its recognized efforts in promoting a healthy campus environment, having earned a Bronze award on the 2017 list of America's Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Additionally, the school's physical education and athletic programs are supported by dedicated staff focused on integrating fitness into the core student experience.

  • Common Cold
    4/1/2026
    CoughSneezingMild FeverRunny Nose
    Severity: mild

Health reviews

4.0
1 review
  • My youngest is at James Shields and honestly, it’s been a pretty good experience so far. The school is surprisingly clean for being such a busy CPS spot, and you can tell the custodial staff actually cares. I really appreciate how the front office handles it when a bug starts going around—they’re usually quick to send out an email or a notification so we can keep an eye out for symptoms. Only thing is at pick-up it can feel a bit chaotic, but overall, the nurse is super responsive and they don't mess around with the sick-child policy, which I appreciate because it keeps the classrooms from getting wiped out every winter.

    3/30/2026

Live map

Where it sits in the neighborhood

StrepFluRSVColdHFMD / RashStomach

No food inspection records on file for this school.

No environmental records on file for this school's area.

Built by parents, for parents

Help families at James Shields Elementary School stay one step ahead.

Share this page with your school community so every parent can see what's going around, and contribute their own reports.