Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood's student population of 302 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood 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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is 0.10, 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
#1900 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
95%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
66%
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 is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood's ranking?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is ranked #1900 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood?
302 students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood offer ?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood part of?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood located?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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