Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Raby 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Raby High School's student population of 197 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raby 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 Raby High School is 0.23, 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
#2833 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
87%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
41%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raby High School's ranking?
Raby High School is ranked #2833 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raby High School?
The graduation rate of Raby High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Raby High School?
197 students attend Raby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Raby High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raby High School?
Raby High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raby High School offer ?
Raby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Raby High School part of?
Raby High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Raby High School located?
Raby High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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