Serving 1,185 students in grades 9-12, Prosser Career 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prosser Career Academy High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chicago, IL, covering approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 9.1 miles and the furthest edge located 22.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prosser Career Academy High School's student population of 1,185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
Our goal is to create an environment in which students can feel a deep sense of belonging.
School Rankings
Prosser Career 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 Prosser Career Academy High School is 0.37, 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
#2831 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Freddy The Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prosser Career Academy High School's ranking?
Prosser Career Academy High School is ranked #2831 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prosser Career Academy High School often compared to?
Prosser Career Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble St Chtr-pritzker Col Prep, Burbank Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prosser Career Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Prosser Career Academy High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Prosser Career Academy High School?
1,185 students attend Prosser Career Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Prosser Career Academy High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prosser Career Academy High School?
Prosser Career Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prosser Career Academy High School offer ?
Prosser Career Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prosser Career Academy High School part of?
Prosser Career Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Prosser Career Academy High School located?
Prosser Career Academy High School is located in the Hanson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Hanson Park.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Prosser career academy is a great school where the teachers are helpful and there for you. This school offers great sport programs and clubs. The lot is big and that so there can be more classes held in the school. a wide range variety of classes. there are fun programs that also teach us at the same time.
5 10/10/2025
Prosser Career Academy has a wide variety of clubs/groups that can satisfy anybody's interest.
5 10/10/2025
This school is very well-rounded amongst the students who go there. All of the students here always feel welcome here. I fell that this school is the one that teaches students the best mainly because it focuses only upon the students themselfs.
5 10/10/2025
i think this school is one the best schools in the whole state with great students and even greater teachers its a safe,fun,and learing experince for everyone
5 10/10/2025
i reccomend this school because of the so many clubs & sports available
5 10/10/2025
This school offers many exciting choices that can help you in the future. It offers many clubs and groups that can help you learn new helpful skills that also help you out in the future.
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