Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kipp Chicago Campus ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Chicago Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kipp Chicago Campus's student population of 580 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Chicago Campus ranks within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Chicago Campus is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
96%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
94%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Chicago Campus's ranking?
Kipp Chicago Campus is ranked #237 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Kipp Chicago Campus?
580 students attend Kipp Chicago Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kipp Chicago Campus students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Kipp Chicago Campus offer ?
Kipp Chicago Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kipp Chicago Campus part of?
Kipp Chicago Campus is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Chicago Campus located?
Kipp Chicago Campus is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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