Serving 2,338 students in grades 7-12, Kenwood Academy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenwood Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kenwood Academy High School's student population of 2,338 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenwood Academy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Academy High School is 0.26, 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
#858 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
86%
16%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Academy High School's ranking?
Kenwood Academy High School is ranked #858 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kenwood Academy High School often compared to?
Kenwood Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King College Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenwood Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Kenwood Academy High School is 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kenwood Academy High School?
2,338 students attend Kenwood Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kenwood Academy High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood Academy High School?
Kenwood Academy High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenwood Academy High School offer ?
Kenwood Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kenwood Academy High School part of?
Kenwood Academy High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kenwood Academy High School located?
Kenwood Academy High School is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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