Foreman College and Career Academy formerly, Foreman High School), is a public four-year high school located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Foreman is operated by the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 700 students in grades 9-12, Foreman 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foreman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Foreman High School's student population of 700 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Foreman 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 Foreman High School is 0.34, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
58%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foreman High School's ranking?
Foreman High School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Foreman High School often compared to?
Foreman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fenger Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Foreman High School?
The graduation rate of Foreman High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Foreman High School?
700 students attend Foreman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Foreman High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foreman High School?
Foreman High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Foreman High School offer ?
Foreman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Foreman High School part of?
Foreman High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Foreman High School located?
Foreman High School is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Portage Park.
School Calendar
View the Foreman High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
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