Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Ace Amandla Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ace Amandla Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ace Amandla Charter School's student population of 140 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ace Amandla Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ace Amandla Charter School is 0.52, 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
#1191 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
57%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Amandla Charter School's ranking?
Ace Amandla Charter School is ranked #1191 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ace Amandla Charter School?
The graduation rate of Ace Amandla Charter School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ace Amandla Charter School?
140 students attend Ace Amandla Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ace Amandla Charter School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ace Amandla Charter School?
Ace Amandla Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ace Amandla Charter School offer ?
Ace Amandla Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ace Amandla Charter School part of?
Ace Amandla Charter School is part of ACE Amandla Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Ace Amandla Charter School located?
Ace Amandla Charter School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break: No School
November 23, 2024 (Saturday)
Spring Break: No School
March 22, 2025 (Saturday)
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