Serving 591 students in grades 6-12, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn's student population of 591 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
78%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn's ranking?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
The graduation rate of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
591 students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn offer ?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn part of?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn located?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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