Northside Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Northside Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2051 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)4%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)52%
26%
Black
(19-20)21%
17%
White
(19-20)20%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Learning Center's ranking?
Northside Learning Center is ranked #2051 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Northside Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northside Learning Center?
220 students attend Northside Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northside Learning Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Northside Learning Center offer ?
Northside Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northside Learning Center part of?
Northside Learning Center is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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