Serving 3,099 students in grades 9-12, Curie Metropolitan 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 3,099 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Curie Metropolitan High School serves the southwest part of Chicago, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Curie Metropolitan High School's student population of 3,099 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 198 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,099 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
198 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Motto
We strive for excellence!
School Rankings
Curie Metropolitan 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 Curie Metropolitan High School is 0.22, 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
#2945 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)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curie Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Curie Metropolitan High School is ranked #2945 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Curie Metropolitan High School often compared to?
Curie Metropolitan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bogan 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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Curie Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Curie Metropolitan High School is 78%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Curie Metropolitan High School?
3,099 students attend Curie Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Curie Metropolitan High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curie Metropolitan High School?
Curie Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Curie Metropolitan High School offer ?
Curie Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Curie Metropolitan High School part of?
Curie Metropolitan High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Curie Metropolitan High School located?
Curie Metropolitan High School is located in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Archer Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
CPS Schools Closed for General Election Day
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
CPS Schools Closed for Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
CPS Schools Closed for Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
CPS Schools Closed for Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
CPS Schools Closed for Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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