Serving 514 students in grades 7-12, Kelvyn Park 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelvyn Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kelvyn Park High School's student population of 514 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kelvyn Park 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 Kelvyn Park High School is 0.22, 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
#3370 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
53%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelvyn Park High School's ranking?
Kelvyn Park High School is ranked #3370 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kelvyn Park High School often compared to?
Kelvyn Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Kelly College Preparatory, Kennedy High 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 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelvyn Park High School?
The graduation rate of Kelvyn Park High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kelvyn Park High School?
514 students attend Kelvyn Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kelvyn Park High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelvyn Park High School?
Kelvyn Park High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelvyn Park High School offer ?
Kelvyn Park High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kelvyn Park High School part of?
Kelvyn Park High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kelvyn Park High School located?
Kelvyn Park High School is located in the Belmont Gardens neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Belmont Gardens.
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