Serving 527 students in grades 9-12, Rickover Naval 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rickover Naval Academy High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The zone is characterized by a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 24.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rickover Naval Academy High School's student population of 527 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Change Happens Here
School Rankings
Rickover Naval 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 Rickover Naval 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
#2447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rickover Naval Academy High School's ranking?
Rickover Naval Academy High School is ranked #2447 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rickover Naval Academy High School often compared to?
Rickover Naval Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rickover Naval Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Rickover Naval Academy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Rickover Naval Academy High School?
527 students attend Rickover Naval Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rickover Naval Academy High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rickover Naval Academy High School?
Rickover Naval Academy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rickover Naval Academy High School offer ?
Rickover Naval Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rickover Naval Academy High School part of?
Rickover Naval Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Rickover Naval Academy High School located?
Rickover Naval Academy High School is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Portage Park.
School Reviews
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