Graham R Training Center

2347 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Graham R Training Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 37%).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • : ≤20%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IL)
(17-18)
<50%
32%
(17-18)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)
n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)
5%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)
44%
26%
Black
(19-20)
46%
17%
White
(19-20)
4%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)
1%
4%
n/a
(16-17)
≤20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
92%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
87%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Graham R Training Center often compared to?
Graham R Training Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Gage Park High School, Goode Stem Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Graham R Training Center?
The graduation rate of Graham R Training Center is 20%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Graham R Training Center?
113 students attend Graham R Training Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Graham R Training Center students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Graham R Training Center offer ?
Graham R Training Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Graham R Training Center part of?
Graham R Training Center is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Graham R Training Center located?
Graham R Training Center is located in the Near South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Near South Side.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • : ≤20%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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