Ombudsman Chicago South 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Hispanic
(19-20)44%
27%
Black
(19-20)53%
16%
White
(19-20)2%
48%
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
93%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Ombudsman Chicago South?
443 students attend Ombudsman Chicago South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ombudsman Chicago South students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ombudsman Chicago South offer ?
Ombudsman Chicago South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ombudsman Chicago South part of?
Ombudsman Chicago South is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Ombudsman Chicago South located?
Ombudsman Chicago South is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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