Brentano

Overview

Brentano serves students from Pre-K through eighth grade. Brentano offers a math and science magnet program, enhanced by strong participation in the Chicago Math & Science Initiative incorporating Foss and SePUP Curriculums. The school's magnet program begins at the kindergarten level.

Brentano also offers the Everyday Math program developed by the University of Chicago. Students at Brentano wear uniforms.

Location
Brentano Math & Science Academy is in the Logan Square community. The beautiful building and school grounds can be seen from Kennedy Expressway as you drive into downtown Chicago.

Building
The school building is over 100 years old and has high ceilings, beautiful wood floors and magnificent windows. The school auditorium seats more than 550 students with stunning views from the balcony. The school grounds are equipped with a state-of-the-art soccer field with artificial turf, and two playgrounds surrounded by lovely trees. Brentano has one computer lab, three science labs, and wireless internet-connected classrooms.

Programs

Art and music
Art, Art Club, Choir

Sports
Cheerleading, Saturday Sports, softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football

Other
Learning Academy, Math Club, Newspaper, Rocket Math Club

Awards and recognition

None available at this time

Testimonials

from a Brentano grandmothher:
"The reason I feel Brentano is a great school is because of the administration and staff. Everyone works together for the common goal to achieve high academic success. The teachers are exceptional and the office staff works tremendously hard to accomplish the school's educational goal."

from the school Case Manager:
"There are many ways to define what makes a great school. A great school makes parents feel warm, welcomed and appreciated. It invites the community to play a role in the school. It is a place where great teachers set high expectations for all students.  Students know they can and will achieve in school. These are the qualities that make Brentano a great school."