Serving 24 students in grades 11-12, Ybmc Charter School 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 is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ybmc Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ybmc Charter School's student population of 24 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ybmc Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ybmc Charter School is 0.57, 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
#404 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ybmc Charter School's ranking?
Ybmc Charter School is ranked #404 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ybmc Charter School often compared to?
Ybmc Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley High School, Bloomington High School, University High School by visitors of our site.
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 Ybmc Charter School?
The graduation rate of Ybmc Charter School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ybmc Charter School?
24 students attend Ybmc Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ybmc Charter School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Ybmc Charter School offer ?
Ybmc Charter School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Ybmc Charter School part of?
Ybmc Charter School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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