Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 30-34%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)14%
26%
Black
(19-20)85%
17%
White
(19-20)1%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)30-34%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
75%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School often compared to?
Excel Academy - Woodlawn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excel Academy - Southwest High School, Farragut Career Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School?
225 students attend Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School offer ?
Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School part of?
Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School located?
Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in South Shore.
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