Serving 1,754 students in grades 9-12, Juarez Community 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juarez Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juarez Community High School's student population of 1,754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juarez Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juarez Community High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3405 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
95%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juarez Community High School's ranking?
Juarez Community High School is ranked #3405 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Juarez Community High School often compared to?
Juarez Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curie Metropolitan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juarez Community High School?
The graduation rate of Juarez Community High School is 85%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Juarez Community High School?
1,754 students attend Juarez Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Juarez Community High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juarez Community High School?
Juarez Community High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Juarez Community High School offer ?
Juarez Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Juarez Community High School part of?
Juarez Community High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Juarez Community High School located?
Juarez Community High School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of school for PSRPs
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
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