Serving 148 students in grades 9-12, Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School's student population of 148 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
We Believe.
School Rankings
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville 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 Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is 0.12, 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
#3156 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School's ranking?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is ranked #3156 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
The graduation rate of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
148 students attend Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School offer ?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School part of?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School located?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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