Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, World Language 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: World Language High School serves the west part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
World Language High School's student population of 389 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
'Preparing students for college and careers through bilingual education.'
School Rankings
World Language 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 World Language High School is 0.10, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
95%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is World Language High School's ranking?
World Language High School is ranked #3087 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of World Language High School?
The graduation rate of World Language High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend World Language High School?
389 students attend World Language High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of World Language High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of World Language High School?
World Language High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does World Language High School offer ?
World Language High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is World Language High School part of?
World Language High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is World Language High School located?
World Language High School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
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