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William Penn Elementary School

William Penn Elementary School is a Chicago-based public school focused on providing a safe, modernized learning environment and has previously offered specialized Dual Immersion programming.

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William Penn Elementary School is a public elementary school located at 1616 S Avers Ave in Chicago, Illinois. As part of the Chicago Public Schools district, the facility serves the Lawndale community, providing foundational education within a neighborhood setting. Recent administrative records indicate a focus on maintaining a safe and modernized learning environment through infrastructure improvements, including LED lighting retrofits and HVAC chiller maintenance. Additionally, the school has previously been noted for offering specialized academic tracks, such as a Dual Immersion Program, to support diverse student needs. For parents, William Penn Elementary represents a local educational option committed to facility upkeep and language integration. Its location in Cook County places it within reach of various citywide resources and public works initiatives aimed at school safety and efficiency.

  • Common Cold
    4/1/2026
    Sore ThroatCoughCongestionMild Fever
    Severity: moderate
  • Common Cold
    5/1/2026
    Runny NoseCoughSore Throat
    Severity: mild

Health reviews

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1 review
  • Honestly, I have some real concerns about the environment at Penn Elementary. The school is in an older building and you can really tell—there have been ongoing issues with the basic cleaning equipment like the vacuums not even working right, which makes me worry about the dust and allergens in the classrooms. While I know they've talked about getting TIF funding for construction, the day-to-day reality feels pretty neglected. My kid comes home talking about how stuff is broken, and with the high chronic absenteeism we see in Chicago schools like this, it feels like health and wellness just aren't the priority. Communication about when kids are getting sick is basically nonexistent, and I just don't feel like the facility is kept up well enough to keep the kids healthy.

    3/31/2026

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