Neal Math Science Academy

1905 Argonne Dr
North Chicago, IL 60064
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 567 students in grades 6-8, Neal Math Science Academy 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 567 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Neal Math Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Neal Math Science Academy's student population of 567 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
567 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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School Rankings

Neal Math Science Academy 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 Neal Math Science Academy is 0.65, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (IL)
#3645 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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3%
28%
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3%
32%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
2%
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Asian
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5%
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Hispanic
47%
27%
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Black
34%
17%
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White
12%
47%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.65
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Neal Math Science Academy's ranking?
Neal Math Science Academy is ranked #3645 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Neal Math Science Academy?
567 students attend Neal Math Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Neal Math Science Academy students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neal Math Science Academy?
Neal Math Science Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neal Math Science Academy offer ?
Neal Math Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Neal Math Science Academy part of?
Neal Math Science Academy is part of North Chicago SD 187 School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 567 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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