Phoenix Military Academy is a public military high school in Chicago Illinois, United States.
Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Military Academy High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phoenix Military Academy HS serves an extensive attendance zone in Chicago, IL, covering approximately 233.8 square miles and spanning the entire district. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 18.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Military Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Phoenix Military Academy High School's student population of 372 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Motto
Leadership, Character, Citizenship, Service, & Academics
School Rankings
Phoenix Military Academy High School 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 Phoenix Military Academy High School is 0.32, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Military Academy High School's ranking?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is ranked #2478 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Military Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Military Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Phoenix Military Academy High School?
372 students attend Phoenix Military Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Phoenix Military Academy High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Military Academy High School?
Phoenix Military Academy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Military Academy High School offer ?
Phoenix Military Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix Military Academy High School part of?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Military Academy High School located?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Near West Side.
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