Senn High School is a public four-year high school located in the Edgewater neighborhood on the North Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Senn is operated by the Chicago Public Schools system and was opened on 3 February 1913.
Serving 1,571 students in grades 9-12, Senn 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Senn High School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Senn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Senn High School's student population of 1,571 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,571 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Senn 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 Senn High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2128 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
87%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Forest Green
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Senn High School's ranking?
Senn High School is ranked #2128 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Senn High School often compared to?
Senn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amundsen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Senn High School?
The graduation rate of Senn High School is 87%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Senn High School?
1,571 students attend Senn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Senn High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Senn High School?
Senn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Senn High School offer ?
Senn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Senn High School part of?
Senn High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Senn High School located?
Senn High School is located in the Magnolia Glen neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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