Serving 131 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Air Force Academy High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 10.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 17.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Air Force Academy High School's student population of 131 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Air Force Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Air Force Academy High School is 0.54, 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
#2757 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
39%
29%
Black
56%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Soaring Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Air Force Academy High School's ranking?
Air Force Academy High School is ranked #2757 out of 3,542 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 70-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Air Force Academy High School?
131 students attend Air Force Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Air Force Academy High School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Air Force Academy High School?
Air Force Academy High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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.
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.
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