Uplift Community High School is a public four-year high school located in the Uptown neighborhood on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Established in 2005, Uplift is a part of the Chicago Public Schools system. As of the 2019–2020 school year, the school has 121 students.
Serving 224 students in grades 9-12, Uplift Community High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Uplift Community High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 23.1 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Uplift Community High School's student population of 224 students has grown by 267% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming Lives For Over 25 Years
School Rankings
Uplift Community High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Community High School is 0.55, 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
#1177 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
59%
16%
White
5%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Community High School's ranking?
Uplift Community High School is ranked #1177 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Uplift Community High School often compared to?
Uplift Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uplift Community High School?
The graduation rate of Uplift Community High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Uplift Community High School?
224 students attend Uplift Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Uplift Community High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uplift Community High School?
Uplift Community High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Uplift Community High School offer ?
Uplift Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Uplift Community High School part of?
Uplift Community High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Community High School located?
Uplift Community High School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The Teacher Student Parent relationship is the tri-force that helps my student succeed. The atmosphere at Uplift High School is electric, allowing my daughter to achieve her very best. April 2018 my sophomore student scored 21 on the ACT. The education that Uplift is providing has proven to be effective.
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