Chicago Academy High School
580 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Chicago Academy High School, located in the Dunning neighborhood on the Northwest Side of Chicago, is a public secondary school operating under the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. Established as part of a unique campus model, it is co-located with Chicago Academy Elementary School, creating a continuous educational environment that spans from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is known for its relatively smaller, more personalized setting compared to larger neighborhood high schools, which helps foster a close-knit community atmosphere for its diverse student body.
Academically, Chicago Academy High School emphasizes college and career readiness through a curriculum that aligns with CPS standards. The school focuses on building strong foundational skills while offering students various extracurricular opportunities to explore their interests. By prioritizing a supportive school culture and maintaining a clear focus on graduation outcomes, the school aims to provide its students with the necessary tools to succeed in post-secondary education and beyond, serving as a vital educational pillar for families in the Austin and Dunning communities.
Academically, Chicago Academy High School emphasizes college and career readiness through a curriculum that aligns with CPS standards. The school focuses on building strong foundational skills while offering students various extracurricular opportunities to explore their interests. By prioritizing a supportive school culture and maintaining a clear focus on graduation outcomes, the school aims to provide its students with the necessary tools to succeed in post-secondary education and beyond, serving as a vital educational pillar for families in the Austin and Dunning communities.
580
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 91 |
| Hispanic | 444 |
| Black | 29 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 2 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Hispanic444 (76.6%)
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White91 (15.7%)
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Black29 (5.0%)
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Asian7 (1.2%)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.7%)
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American Indian3 (0.5%)
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Two or More2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 |
| Phone: | (773)534-0146 |
| Website: | http://www.cps.edu |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 580 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
155
Grade 10
144
Grade 11
143
Grade 12
138
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 155 |
| Grade 10 | 144 |
| Grade 11 | 143 |
| Grade 12 | 138 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 272 | 46.9% |
| Male | 308 | 53.1% |
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