Serving 577 students in grades 7-12, Kelvyn Park 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelvyn Park High School serves the northern part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelvyn Park High School's student population of 577 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are the Heart of Hermosa
School Rankings
Kelvyn Park 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 Kelvyn Park High School is 0.22, 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
#3462 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
88%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelvyn Park High School's ranking?
Kelvyn Park High School is ranked #3462 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kelvyn Park High School often compared to?
Kelvyn Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Kelly College Preparatory, Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
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 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelvyn Park High School?
The graduation rate of Kelvyn Park High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Kelvyn Park High School?
577 students attend Kelvyn Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kelvyn Park High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelvyn Park High School?
Kelvyn Park High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelvyn Park High School offer ?
Kelvyn Park High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kelvyn Park High School part of?
Kelvyn Park High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kelvyn Park High School located?
Kelvyn Park High School is located in the Belmont Gardens neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Belmont Gardens.
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