For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,335 students in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in West Englewood is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 29% statewide average).
the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Gr: 7-12 | 1,316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Southside Occupational Academy High School
Alternative School
7342 S Hoyne Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9100
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9100
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago, IL include Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago?
2 public high schools are located in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago?
the neighborhood of West Englewood, Chicago public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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