Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Air Force Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Air Force Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Air Force Academy High School's student population of 118 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Air Force Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Air Force Academy High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2402 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
28%
Black
58%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Air Force Academy High School's ranking?
Air Force Academy High School is ranked #2402 out of 3,426 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Air Force Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Air Force Academy High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Air Force Academy High School?
118 students attend Air Force Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Air Force Academy High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Air Force Academy High School?
Air Force Academy High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Air Force Academy High School offer ?
Air Force Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Air Force Academy High School part of?
Air Force Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Air Force Academy High School located?
Air Force Academy High School is located in the Armour Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Armour Square.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break: No Classes
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
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