Serving 415 students in grades 9-12, Carver Military Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carver Military Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carver Military Academy High School's student population of 415 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carver Military Academy High 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 Carver Military Academy High School is 0.51, 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
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
57%
27%
Black
41%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carver Military Academy High School's ranking?
Carver Military Academy High School is ranked #3151 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?
≤5% 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 Carver Military Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Carver Military Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carver Military Academy High School?
415 students attend Carver Military Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Carver Military Academy High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carver Military Academy High School?
Carver Military Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carver Military Academy High School offer ?
Carver Military Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carver Military Academy High School part of?
Carver Military Academy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School closed-WINTER VACATION DEC 23,2024-JAN 3, 2025
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break Trip Packets Due
February 08, 2025 (Saturday)
School closed-SPRING VACATION MARCH 24-MARCH 28
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
JROTC Spring Break Field Trips
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
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