Serving 625 students in grades 9-12, Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia is 0.06, 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
#3023 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
93%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia's ranking?
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia is ranked #3023 out of 3,426 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia?
The graduation rate of Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia?
625 students attend Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia?
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia offer ?
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia part of?
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia located?
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia is located in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Archer Heights.
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