Matthew a Henson Elementary School (Chicago, IL 60623): Illness Reports, Health Alerts & Parent Reviews

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Matthew A. Henson Elementary School is a public elementary school located at 1326 S Avers Ave in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. As part of the Chicago Public Schools district, the institution serves local students within the 60623 zip code, providing foundational primary education in a community-based setting. While specific health and wellness programming details are limited, the school operates under the standard safety and nutritional guidelines mandated by the school district. This includes participation in federal meal programs and adherence to state health requirements for student attendance and physical education. For parents, the school represents an established educational option focused on accessibility and local student support within the Chicago urban school system.

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I honestly don't know why this school is appearing as a current option. If you are looking at the Henson on Avers Ave in North Lawndale, you should know that CPS actually closed this building down years ago. It’s been sitting empty and is basically a neighborhood eyesore now. When it was open, the facilities were in rough shape and they struggled with getting kids through the door. If you're seeing recent health info online, it's likely for the school with the same name in Baltimore, not here in Chicago. The Chicago location is defunct and definitely not a place for student wellness anymore.
3/31/2026

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