Serving 1,244 students in grades 9-12, Schurz 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 94% 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: 1,244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Schurz High School serves the northern part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schurz High School's student population of 1,244 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schurz 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 Schurz 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
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
77%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schurz High School's ranking?
Schurz High School is ranked #3447 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Schurz High School?
The graduation rate of Schurz High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Schurz High School?
1,244 students attend Schurz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Schurz High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schurz High School?
Schurz High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schurz High School offer ?
Schurz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Schurz High School part of?
Schurz High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Schurz High School located?
Schurz High School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.
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