Foundations College Prep Charter 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 6-9% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
38%
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Hispanic
(19-20)1%
27%
Black
(19-20)98%
16%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
95%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Foundations College Prep Charter?
196 students attend Foundations College Prep Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Foundations College Prep Charter students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Foundations College Prep Charter offer ?
Foundations College Prep Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Foundations College Prep Charter part of?
Foundations College Prep Charter is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
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