Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, King Academy Of Social Justice 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Academy Of Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
King Academy Of Social Justice's student population of 241 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King Academy Of Social Justice 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 King Academy Of Social Justice is 0.08, 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
#2996 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Academy Of Social Justice's ranking?
King Academy Of Social Justice is ranked #2996 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are King Academy Of Social Justice often compared to?
King Academy Of Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Manierre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend King Academy Of Social Justice?
241 students attend King Academy Of Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of King Academy Of Social Justice students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Academy Of Social Justice?
King Academy Of Social Justice has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Academy Of Social Justice offer ?
King Academy Of Social Justice offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is King Academy Of Social Justice part of?
King Academy Of Social Justice is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is King Academy Of Social Justice located?
King Academy Of Social Justice is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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