Serving 2,259 students in grades 7-12, Kenwood 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenwood High School's student population of 2,259 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood High School is 0.24, 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
#848 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
87%
17%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood High School's ranking?
Kenwood High School is ranked #848 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenwood High School?
The graduation rate of Kenwood High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kenwood High School?
2,259 students attend Kenwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kenwood High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood High School?
Kenwood High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenwood High School offer ?
Kenwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kenwood High School part of?
Kenwood High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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