24TH WARD
Our Community
Communities Connected by Opportunity
The 24th Ward is home to a diverse collection of neighborhoods and residents who each contribute to the rich culture, history, and future of Chicago's West Side. From North Lawndale and South Lawndale to portions of East Garfield Park, West Garfield Park, and Austin, our communities are connected by a shared commitment to growth, opportunity, and neighborhood pride.
Together, these neighborhoods represent generations of resilience, entrepreneurship, faith, culture, and community leadership. Whether you're a lifelong resident, a new neighbor, a business owner, or a community partner, the 24th Ward is a place where people come together to create positive change.
Schools & Education
Strong schools and educational opportunities help prepare the next generation of leaders throughout the 24th Ward.
CHICAGO PUBLIC/ CHARTER SCHOOLS
Charles Sumner Math & Science Community Academy
4320 W. 5th Ave., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-1630
Daniel R. Dvorak Technology Academy
3615 W. 16th St., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1690
Daniel Webster Elementary School
4055 W. Arthington St., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6925
Frazier International Magnet School
4027 W. Grenshaw St., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6880
George Leland Elementary School
4247 W. 15th St., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1762
John H. Johnson STEAM Elementary School
1420 S. Albany Ave., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1829
John Milton Gregory Math & Science Academy
3715 W. Polk St., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6820
1616 S. Avers Ave., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 521-4399
LEARN Romano Butler Charter School
1132 S. Homan Ave., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 722-0200
3318 W. Ogden Ave., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 542-1640
Noble Schools – DRW College Prep
931 S. Homan Ave., Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 893-4500
North Lawndale College Prep – Collins Campus
1313 S. Sacramento Dr., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 542-6766
North Lawndale College Prep - Christiana Campus
1615 S. Christiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60623
Penn Elementary Fine & Performing Arts School
1616 S. Avers Ave., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1665
Roswell B. Mason Elementary School
4217 W. 18th St., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1530
2850 W. 24th Blvd., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1770
Spry Community Links High School
2400 S. Marshall Blvd., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1700
Theodore Herzl School of Excellence
3711 W. Douglas Blvd., Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 534-1480
Parks & Recreation
The parks in the 24th Ward serve as gathering places for recreation, wellness, youth programming, and community events.
Douglass Park
1401 S. Sacramento Dr.
Chicago, IL 60623
Tel: (773) 762-2842
Park Supervisor: Shandrel Starks
Franklin Park
4320 W. 15th St.
Chicago, IL 60623
Tel: (312) 747-7676
Park Supervisor: Mia James
Homan Square
3559 W. Arthington
Chicago, IL 60624
Tel: (312) 746-6650
Park Supervisor: David Gage
Sumner Park
4320 W. 5th Ave.
Chicago, IL 60624
Tel: (312) 746-5394
Park Supervisor: Elton Thompson
Public Safety
Find information about local police districts, CAPS meetings, and public safety resources serving residents across the 24th Ward.
3315 W Ogden Ave,
Chicago, IL 60623
Commander Lazaro Altamirano
3151 W Harrison St,
Chicago, IL 60612
Tel: (312) 746-8386
Commander Johnny Tate
5701 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60644
Tel: (312) 743-1440
Commander Carlin Morse
24th Ward Elected Officials
Connect with local, county, state, and federal officials working together to advocate for residents and strengthen the 24th Ward.
U.S. Congressman, Danny K. Davis, 7th District
2815 W. Fifth Avenue
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (773) 533-7520
Illinois State Senator Lakesia Collins, 5th District
District Office
2165 S. Millard Ave.
Chicago, IL 60623
Phone: (312) 298-9181
Illinois State Representative Yolonda Morris, 9th District
District Office:
4321-25 W. Roosevelt Rd
Chicago, IL 60624
Phone: (773) 565-4005
Cook County Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr., 2nd District
1425 S. Kedzie
Chicago, IL 60623
Phone: (312) 603-7119