Serving 549 students in grades 7-12, Marine Leadership Academy - Ames 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marine Leadership Academy - Ames serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames's student population of 549 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames 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 Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is 0.12, 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
#3235 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marine Leadership Academy - Ames's ranking?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is ranked #3235 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
The graduation rate of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
549 students attend Marine Leadership Academy - Ames.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marine Leadership Academy - Ames offer ?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marine Leadership Academy - Ames part of?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Marine Leadership Academy - Ames located?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Logan Square.
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