Serving 1,654 students in grades 9-12, Juarez Community 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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: 1,654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juarez Community Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juarez Community Academy High School's student population of 1,654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juarez Community 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 Juarez Community Academy High School is 0.12, 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
#3405 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juarez Community Academy High School's ranking?
Juarez Community Academy High School is ranked #3405 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Juarez Community Academy High School often compared to?
Juarez Community Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curie Metropolitan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juarez Community Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Juarez Community Academy High School is 85%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Juarez Community Academy High School?
1,654 students attend Juarez Community Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Juarez Community Academy High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juarez Community Academy High School?
Juarez Community Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Juarez Community Academy High School offer ?
Juarez Community Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Juarez Community Academy High School part of?
Juarez Community Academy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Juarez Community Academy High School located?
Juarez Community Academy High School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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