Serving 1,265 students in grades 7-12, Morgan Park High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morgan Park High School's student population of 1,265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morgan Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Park High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3433 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
91%
17%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Park High School's ranking?
Morgan Park High School is ranked #3433 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Morgan Park High School often compared to?
Morgan Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks College Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgan Park High School?
The graduation rate of Morgan Park High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Morgan Park High School?
1,265 students attend Morgan Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Morgan Park High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morgan Park High School?
Morgan Park High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morgan Park High School offer ?
Morgan Park High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Morgan Park High School part of?
Morgan Park High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Morgan Park High School located?
Morgan Park High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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