Serving 580 students in grades 9-12, Chicago 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chicago Academy High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 233.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking around 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chicago Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chicago Academy High School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chicago 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 Chicago Academy High School is 0.38, 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
#2279 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Academy High School's ranking?
Chicago Academy High School is ranked #2279 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chicago Academy High School often compared to?
Chicago Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Chicago Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Chicago Academy High School?
580 students attend Chicago Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chicago Academy High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicago Academy High School?
Chicago Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago Academy High School offer ?
Chicago Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chicago Academy High School part of?
Chicago Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Academy High School located?
Chicago Academy High School is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunning.
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