Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bronzeville Academy Charter 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bronzeville Academy Charter School's student population of 332 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bronzeville Academy Charter School 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 Bronzeville Academy Charter School is 0.00, 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
#3368 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤1%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronzeville Academy Charter School's ranking?
Bronzeville Academy Charter School is ranked #3368 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bronzeville Academy Charter School often compared to?
Bronzeville Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mollison Elementary School, Bronzeville Scholastic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bronzeville Academy Charter School?
332 students attend Bronzeville Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bronzeville Academy Charter School students are Black.
What grades does Bronzeville Academy Charter School offer ?
Bronzeville Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bronzeville Academy Charter School part of?
Bronzeville Academy Charter School is part of Bronzeville Academy Chtr School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronzeville Academy Charter School located?
Bronzeville Academy Charter School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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