Serving 578 students in grades 9-12, Ihsca Charter 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ihsca Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ihsca Charter High School's student population of 578 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ihsca Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ihsca Charter High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3437 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ihsca Charter High School's ranking?
Ihsca Charter High School is ranked #3437 out of 3,663 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ihsca Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Ihsca Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ihsca Charter High School?
578 students attend Ihsca Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ihsca Charter High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Ihsca Charter High School offer ?
Ihsca Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ihsca Charter High School part of?
Ihsca Charter High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ihsca Charter High School located?
Ihsca Charter High School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Marshall Square.
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