School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Austin Community High School?
580 students attend Austin Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Austin Community High School students are Black.
What grades does Austin Community High School offer ?
Austin Community High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Austin Community High School part of?
Austin Community High School is part of City Of Chicago School District 299.
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