The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)12%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)50%
26%
Black
(19-20)8%
17%
White
(19-20)15%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)15%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- North Cook Young Adult Academy (NCYAA) is a Regional Safe Schools Program that serves students from Grades 6-12 who have had multiple suspensions or are pending expulsion from their home schools. NCYAA is dedicated to providing a positive, safe and inclusive learning experience for all students.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Cook Young Adult Academy often compared to?
North Cook Young Adult Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Iyc Chicago, West 40 Alop Achievers by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Cook Young Adult Academy?
26 students attend North Cook Young Adult Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Cook Young Adult Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What grades does North Cook Young Adult Academy offer ?
North Cook Young Adult Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is North Cook Young Adult Academy part of?
North Cook Young Adult Academy is part of Region 05 North Cook Isc 1 School District.
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