Serving 128 students in grades 9-12, Raby 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raby High School's attendance zone covers the entire Chicago school district, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 19.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raby High School's student population of 128 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
128 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raby 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 Raby High School is 0.25, 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
#2570 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raby High School's ranking?
Raby High School is ranked #2570 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raby High School?
The graduation rate of Raby High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Raby High School?
128 students attend Raby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Raby High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raby High School?
Raby High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raby High School offer ?
Raby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Raby High School part of?
Raby High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Raby High School located?
Raby High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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