Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Uplift Community High School 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 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uplift Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Uplift Community High School's student population of 101 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Uplift Community High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uplift Community High School is 0.63, 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
#267 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
54%
17%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uplift Community High School's ranking?
Uplift Community High School is ranked #267 out of 3,426 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 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uplift Community High School?
The graduation rate of Uplift Community High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Uplift Community High School?
101 students attend Uplift Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Uplift Community High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uplift Community High School?
Uplift Community High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uplift Community High School offer ?
Uplift Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Uplift Community High School part of?
Uplift Community High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Uplift Community High School located?
Uplift Community High School is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
The Teacher Student Parent relationship is the tri-force that helps my student succeed. The atmosphere at Uplift High School is electric, allowing my daughter to achieve her very best. April 2018 my sophomore student scored 21 on the ACT. The education that Uplift is providing has proven to be effective.
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