School Overview
World Language High School, located in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering global citizenship through a specialized language-focused curriculum. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) network, the school emphasizes academic rigor with a specific mission to help students achieve fluency in multiple languages, often providing programs that bridge the gap between English and Spanish speakers. Its educational model is designed to prepare students for success in a diverse, interconnected global economy while simultaneously celebrating the cultural heritage of the surrounding community.

Beyond its core language instruction, World Language High School is known for its supportive, tight-knit learning environment. The school prioritizes social-emotional development and community involvement, encouraging students to take an active role in local and global issues. By integrating technology, extracurricular opportunities, and a commitment to post-secondary preparation, the school aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and cultural competence necessary to navigate both college and career paths in a modern, multilingual world.
389
Total Students
32.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for World Language High School
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic371
Black14
  • Hispanic
    371 (95.4%)
  • Black
    14 (3.6%)
  • White
    4 (1.0%)
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)535-4334
Website: http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 389
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 107
Grade 10 91
Grade 11 112
Grade 12 79

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for World Language High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9107
Grade 1091
Grade 11112
Grade 1279
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for World Language High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21154.2%
Male17845.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)