Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronzeville Scholastic HS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The zone's average distance from the school to its edge is about 11.5 miles, with the furthest point reaching 21.1 miles, making the typical drive to the school around 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bronzeville Scholastic High School's student population of 119 students has grown by 63% 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
119 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronzeville Scholastic High School is 0.15, 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
#404 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
92%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dusable Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronzeville Scholastic High School's ranking?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is ranked #404 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bronzeville Scholastic High School often compared to?
Bronzeville Scholastic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mollison Elementary School, Walter Henri Dyett High School For Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
The graduation rate of Bronzeville Scholastic High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
119 students attend Bronzeville Scholastic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bronzeville Scholastic High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bronzeville Scholastic High School offer ?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bronzeville Scholastic High School part of?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Bronzeville Scholastic High School located?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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