Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Ihsca Charter 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ihsca Charter High School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
43 teachers
School Rankings
Ihsca Charter 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 Ihsca Charter High School is 0.08, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Hispanic
96%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ihsca Charter High School's ranking?
Ihsca Charter High School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ihsca Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Ihsca Charter High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Ihsca Charter High School?
567 students attend Ihsca Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ihsca Charter High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Ihsca Charter High School offer ?
Ihsca Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ihsca Charter High School part of?
Ihsca Charter High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Ihsca Charter High School located?
Ihsca Charter High School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Marshall Square.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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