Rowe-Clark Math & Science Academy is a public 4–year charter high school located in the Humboldt Park Area neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Rowe-Clark opened in August 2007 and is a part of the Noble Network of Charter Schools. Rowe-Clark serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy's student population of 320 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Navy Blue, Sky Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy 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 Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy is 0.23, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
87%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
95%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Masai Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy's ranking?
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy is ranked #3352 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy?
The graduation rate of Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy?
320 students attend Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy?
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy offer ?
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy part of?
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy located?
Noble St Chtr-rowe-clark Middle School Academy is located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in Humboldt Park.
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