Kenwood Academy is a comprehensive public four-year high school, with a middle school magnet program for gifted students, located in the Kenwood neighborhood on the south side of Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Serving 2,268 students in grades 7-12, Kenwood Academy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenwood Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kenwood Academy High School's student population of 2,268 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is college!
School Rankings
Kenwood Academy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Academy High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
82%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Broncos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Academy High School's ranking?
Kenwood Academy High School is ranked #975 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kenwood Academy High School often compared to?
Kenwood Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King College Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenwood Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Kenwood Academy High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kenwood Academy High School?
2,268 students attend Kenwood Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kenwood Academy High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenwood Academy High School?
Kenwood Academy High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenwood Academy High School offer ?
Kenwood Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kenwood Academy High School part of?
Kenwood Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kenwood Academy High School located?
Kenwood Academy High School is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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