Serving 285 students in grades 9-12, Aspira Charter - Early College Pr 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr 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 Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3034 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
95%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr's ranking?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is ranked #3034 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
The graduation rate of Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
285 students attend Aspira Charter - Early College Pr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Aspira Charter - Early College Pr students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aspira Charter - Early College Pr offer ?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr part of?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr located?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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