Serving 778 students in grades 7-12, Marine Leadership - 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marine Leadership - Ames ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marine Leadership - Ames's student population of 778 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marine Leadership - Ames ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marine Leadership - Ames is 0.08, 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
#3107 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥95%
87%
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 - Ames's ranking?
Marine Leadership - Ames is ranked #3107 out of 3,663 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 28% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marine Leadership - Ames?
The graduation rate of Marine Leadership - Ames is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marine Leadership - Ames?
778 students attend Marine Leadership - Ames.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marine Leadership - Ames students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marine Leadership - Ames?
Marine Leadership - Ames has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marine Leadership - Ames offer ?
Marine Leadership - Ames offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marine Leadership - Ames part of?
Marine Leadership - Ames is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marine Leadership - Ames located?
Marine Leadership - 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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