DeVry University Advantage Academy is a 2-year, dual degree high school located in Chicago, Illinois.
Serving 152 students in grades 11-12, Devry Advantage Academy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Devry Advantage Academy High School's attendance zone covers the entirety of its school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 22.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devry Advantage Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Devry Advantage Academy High School's student population of 152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Devry Advantage Academy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devry Advantage Academy High School is 0.68, 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
#844 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
18%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devry Advantage Academy High School's ranking?
Devry Advantage Academy High School is ranked #844 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Devry Advantage Academy High School often compared to?
Devry Advantage Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lane Technical High School, Douglass Academy High School, Disney Ii Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Devry Advantage Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Devry Advantage Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Devry Advantage Academy High School?
152 students attend Devry Advantage Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Devry Advantage Academy High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Devry Advantage Academy High School?
Devry Advantage Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Devry Advantage Academy High School offer ?
Devry Advantage Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Devry Advantage Academy High School part of?
Devry Advantage Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Devry Advantage Academy High School located?
Devry Advantage Academy High School is located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Square.
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