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Best High Schools in Chicago, Illinois

Compare 154 high schools in Chicago. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

154
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
327,482
Total Students
Across Chicago
14.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
154 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score9%
๐ŸŽฏ Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)3 Schools
๐Ÿ’ก Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • โœ“0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • โœ“Largest student enrollment is 1,106 students at Noble St Chtr - Mansueto.
  • โœ“Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
๐Ÿ† Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Chicago

Chicago, Illinois offers 154 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Univ Of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
6300 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
1
Rating
Students
591
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
1337 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60642
1
Rating
Students
558
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Cics - Northtown Campus

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
3900 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
1
Rating
Students
878
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
16%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
1930 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
1
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Yccs-Aspira Pantoja Alt Hs

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
3121 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
1
Rating
Students
200
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
3663 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
413
Student-Teacher
:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Noble St Chtr - Mansueto

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
2911 W 47Th St, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
1,106
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Yccs-Scholastic Achievement Hs

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
4651 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
117
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Yccs-Truman Middle College Hs

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
1145 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
1
Rating
Students
192
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Yccs-Youth Connection Leadership

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
5101 S Keeler Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
100
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Noble St Chtr-Uic College Prep

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
1231 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
1
Rating
Students
957
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Noble St Chtr-Comer College Prep

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
7131 S South Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
1
Rating
Students
1,007
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Englewood Stem High School

publichighGrade 9-12
6835 S Normal Blvd, Chicago, IL 60621
1
Rating
Students
778
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
2%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Art In Motion Charter School

charter schoolhighGrade 7-12
7415 S East End Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
1
Rating
Students
602
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Chicago, Illinois?

There are several high schools in Chicago, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Chicago?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Chicago include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Chicago?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Chicago is 14.3:1.