Serving 252 students in grades 5-12, Chicago Collegiate 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 ≤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 28:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chicago Collegiate Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chicago Collegiate Charter School's student population of 252 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chicago Collegiate 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 Chicago Collegiate Charter School is 0.04, 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)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Chicago Collegiate Charter School's ranking?
Chicago Collegiate Charter School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chicago Collegiate Charter School often compared to?
Chicago Collegiate Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chicago Academy High School, Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Chicago Collegiate Charter School?
The graduation rate of Chicago Collegiate Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chicago Collegiate Charter School?
252 students attend Chicago Collegiate Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Chicago Collegiate Charter School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chicago Collegiate Charter School?
Chicago Collegiate Charter School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago Collegiate Charter School offer ?
Chicago Collegiate Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Chicago Collegiate Charter School part of?
Chicago Collegiate Charter School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Collegiate Charter School located?
Chicago Collegiate Charter School is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
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