Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Chicago Military 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Chicago Military Academy HS encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 233.8 square miles in Chicago, IL. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 20.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Military Academy High School's student population of 209 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
209 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
Pride and Respect
School Rankings
Chicago Military 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 Military Academy High School is 0.44, 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
#3156 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Military Academy High School's ranking?
Chicago Military Academy High School is ranked #3156 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chicago Military Academy High School often compared to?
Chicago Military Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Academy High School, King College Prep High School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago Military Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Chicago Military Academy High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Chicago Military Academy High School?
209 students attend Chicago Military Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chicago Military Academy High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicago Military Academy High School?
Chicago Military Academy High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago Military Academy High School offer ?
Chicago Military Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chicago Military Academy High School part of?
Chicago Military Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Military Academy High School located?
Chicago Military Academy High School is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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