Serving 432 students in grades 9-12, Infinity Math Science & Tech 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 15-19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School's student population of 432 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Infinity Math Science & Tech 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 Infinity Math Science & Tech High School is 0.13, 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
#2526 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
59%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Infinity Math Science & Tech High School's ranking?
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School is ranked #2526 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?
15-19% 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 Infinity Math Science & Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Infinity Math Science & Tech High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Infinity Math Science & Tech High School?
432 students attend Infinity Math Science & Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Infinity Math Science & Tech High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Infinity Math Science & Tech High School?
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Infinity Math Science & Tech High School offer ?
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Infinity Math Science & Tech High School part of?
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Infinity Math Science & Tech High School located?
Infinity Math Science & Tech High School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
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