Serving 1,264 students in grades 9-12, Solorio Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solorio Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Solorio Academy High School's student population of 1,264 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Solorio Academy 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 Solorio Academy High School is 0.06, 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
#2158 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solorio Academy High School's ranking?
Solorio Academy High School is ranked #2158 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Solorio Academy High School often compared to?
Solorio Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Solorio Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Solorio Academy High School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Solorio Academy High School?
1,264 students attend Solorio Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Solorio Academy High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solorio Academy High School?
Solorio Academy High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Solorio Academy High School offer ?
Solorio Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Solorio Academy High School part of?
Solorio Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Solorio Academy High School located?
Solorio Academy High School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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