North Shore 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)3%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)10%
26%
Black
(19-20)6%
17%
White
(19-20)76%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
13%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend North Shore Academy?
104 students attend North Shore Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Shore Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does North Shore Academy offer ?
North Shore Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is North Shore Academy part of?
North Shore Academy is part of Truenorth Educl Cooprtv 804 School District.
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