Serving 388 students in grades 7-10, Art In Motion Charter School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-10
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Art In Motion Charter School's student population of 388 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-10
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Art In Motion Charter 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 Art In Motion Charter School is 0.08, 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
#2565 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
96%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Art In Motion Charter School's ranking?
Art In Motion Charter School is ranked #2565 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Art In Motion Charter School?
388 students attend Art In Motion Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Art In Motion Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Art In Motion Charter School offer ?
Art In Motion Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-10
What school district is Art In Motion Charter School part of?
Art In Motion Charter School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Art In Motion Charter School located?
Art In Motion Charter School is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in South Shore.
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