Serving 991 students in grades 9-12, Goode Stem Academy 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goode STEM Academy HS is located in Chicago, IL, and its attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 12 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 21.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goode Stem Academy High School's student population of 991 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
991 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
We ARE Innovators. We DO College!
School Rankings
Goode Stem Academy 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 Goode Stem Academy High School is 0.46, 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
#3509 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goode Stem Academy High School's ranking?
Goode Stem Academy High School is ranked #3509 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Goode Stem Academy High School often compared to?
Goode Stem Academy 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goode Stem Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Goode Stem Academy High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Goode Stem Academy High School?
991 students attend Goode Stem Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Goode Stem Academy High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goode Stem Academy High School?
Goode Stem Academy High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goode Stem Academy High School offer ?
Goode Stem Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Goode Stem Academy High School part of?
Goode Stem Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Goode Stem Academy High School located?
Goode Stem Academy High School is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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