Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Chicago Technology 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chicago Technology Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chicago Technology Academy High School's student population of 381 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chicago Technology 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 Chicago Technology Academy High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2996 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
83%
16%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Technology Academy High School's ranking?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is ranked #2996 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago Technology Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Chicago Technology Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chicago Technology Academy High School?
381 students attend Chicago Technology Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chicago Technology Academy High School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chicago Technology Academy High School?
Chicago Technology Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chicago Technology Academy High School offer ?
Chicago Technology Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chicago Technology Academy High School part of?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Technology Academy High School located?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.
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