Neal F. Simeon Career Academy, locally known simply as Simeon, is a public four-year vocational high school located in the Chatham area on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Simeon is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 1,095 students in grades 9-12, Simeon Career 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,095 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simeon Career Academy High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 233.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 12.8 miles and the furthest edge located 23.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simeon Career Academy High School's student population of 1,095 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,095 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
Where Excellence Is The Only Option!
School Rankings
Simeon Career 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 Simeon Career Academy High School is 0.06, 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
#3529 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
97%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simeon Career Academy High School's ranking?
Simeon Career Academy High School is ranked #3529 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Simeon Career Academy High School often compared to?
Simeon Career Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rich Township High School, Young Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simeon Career Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Simeon Career Academy High School is 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Simeon Career Academy High School?
1,095 students attend Simeon Career Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Simeon Career Academy High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simeon Career Academy High School?
Simeon Career Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Simeon Career Academy High School offer ?
Simeon Career Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Simeon Career Academy High School part of?
Simeon Career Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Simeon Career Academy High School located?
Simeon Career Academy High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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