Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men's student population of 52 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is 0.11, 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
#1023 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
94%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men's ranking?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is ranked #1023 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
The graduation rate of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
52 students attend Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men offer ?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men part of?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is part of Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men located?
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Chicago Loop.
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