Roald Amundsen High School is a public four-year high school located between the Ravenswood, Andersonville and Lincoln Square neighborhoods in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1929, Amundsen is a part of Chicago Public Schools district. The school is named for Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen.
Serving 1,585 students in grades 9-12, Amundsen High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amundsen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Amundsen High School's student population of 1,585 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Grey, Red
School Rankings
Amundsen High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amundsen High School is 0.67, 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
#1311 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amundsen High School's ranking?
Amundsen High School is ranked #1311 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Amundsen High School often compared to?
Amundsen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senn High School, Lane Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amundsen High School?
The graduation rate of Amundsen High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Amundsen High School?
1,585 students attend Amundsen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Amundsen High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amundsen High School?
Amundsen High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amundsen High School offer ?
Amundsen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Amundsen High School part of?
Amundsen High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Amundsen High School located?
Amundsen High School is located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Square.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Events)
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Events)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
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