World Language High School
389 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic | 371 |
| Black | 14 |
-
Hispanic371 (95.4%)
-
Black14 (3.6%)
-
White4 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 107 |
| Grade 10 | 91 |
| Grade 11 | 112 |
| Grade 12 | 79 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 211 | 54.2% |
| Male | 178 | 45.8% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
666 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
3,394 Students
High School 10th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
258 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
124 Students
High School 9th - 12th
3,099 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,762 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
100 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
174 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
561 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
276 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
567 Students
High School 9th - 12th