Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Top Rankings
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
94%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
87%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Urban Preparatory Charter School For Yng Men School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men's ranking?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is ranked #404 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
The graduation rate of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
52 students attend Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men offer ?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men part of?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is part of Urban Preparatory Charter School For Yng Men School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men located?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Chicago Loop.
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