Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Douglass Academy High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglass Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Douglass Academy High School's student population of 34 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Douglass Academy High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglass Academy High School 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
#267 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
45%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglass Academy High School's ranking?
Douglass Academy High School is ranked #267 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Douglass Academy High School often compared to?
Douglass Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devry Advantage Academy High School, Disney Ii Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglass Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Douglass Academy High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Douglass Academy High School?
34 students attend Douglass Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Douglass Academy High School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglass Academy High School?
Douglass Academy High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Douglass Academy High School offer ?
Douglass Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Douglass Academy High School part of?
Douglass Academy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglass Academy High School located?
Douglass Academy High School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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