Jacqueline B. Vaughn Occupational High School is a public four-year special education high school located in the Portage Park neighborhood on the north–west side of Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Vaughn Occupational High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughn Occupational High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)1%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)51%
26%
Black
(19-20)24%
17%
White
(19-20)23%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≤20%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
73%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vaughn Occupational High School?
The graduation rate of Vaughn Occupational High School is 20%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vaughn Occupational High School?
228 students attend Vaughn Occupational High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Vaughn Occupational High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Vaughn Occupational High School offer ?
Vaughn Occupational High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vaughn Occupational High School part of?
Vaughn Occupational High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Vaughn Occupational High School located?
Vaughn Occupational High School is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Portage Park.
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