Ombudsman Chicago West 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)1%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)36%
26%
Black
(19-20)58%
17%
White
(19-20)3%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
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 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Ombudsman Chicago West?
263 students attend Ombudsman Chicago West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ombudsman Chicago West students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ombudsman Chicago West offer ?
Ombudsman Chicago West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ombudsman Chicago West part of?
Ombudsman Chicago West is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ombudsman Chicago West located?
Ombudsman Chicago West is located in the Tri Taylor neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Tri Taylor.
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