Serving 269 students in grades 9-12, School Of Social Justice 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The School of Social Justice HS is located in Chicago, IL, and serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 233.8 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.6 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 17.1 miles, making for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Of Social Justice High School's student population of 269 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
School Of Social Justice 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 School Of Social Justice High School is 0.31, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School Of Social Justice High School's ranking?
School Of Social Justice High School is ranked #3352 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of School Of Social Justice High School?
The graduation rate of School Of Social Justice High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend School Of Social Justice High School?
269 students attend School Of Social Justice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of School Of Social Justice High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School Of Social Justice High School?
School Of Social Justice High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does School Of Social Justice High School offer ?
School Of Social Justice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is School Of Social Justice High School part of?
School Of Social Justice High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is School Of Social Justice High School located?
School Of Social Justice High School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
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