Von Steuben Metropolitan High School is a public four-year high school that provides magnet college prep level and special education programs, located on the border of the North Park and Albany Park neighborhoods on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Serving 1,698 students in grades 9-12, Von Steuben Metro Science High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Von Steuben Metro Science High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Von Steuben Metro Science High School's student population of 1,698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
Black, Red
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
Together We Are Von Strong
School Rankings
Von Steuben Metro Science 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 Von Steuben Metro Science High School is 0.64, 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
#1135 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
55%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
16%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Von Steuben Metro Science High School's ranking?
Von Steuben Metro Science High School is ranked #1135 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Von Steuben Metro Science High School often compared to?
Von Steuben Metro Science High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Park High School, Northside College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Von Steuben Metro Science High School?
The graduation rate of Von Steuben Metro Science High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Von Steuben Metro Science High School?
1,698 students attend Von Steuben Metro Science High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Von Steuben Metro Science High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Von Steuben Metro Science High School?
Von Steuben Metro Science High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Von Steuben Metro Science High School offer ?
Von Steuben Metro Science High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Von Steuben Metro Science High School part of?
Von Steuben Metro Science High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Von Steuben Metro Science High School located?
Von Steuben Metro Science High School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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