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Taft High School

6530 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, United States
+1 (773) 534-1000
http://www.cps.edu
1.6
Overall Rating

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Taft High School Overview

About This School

Taft High School is a public high in Chicago, Illinois, serving 4,487 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 275 teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, while counselors are available at a ratio of 407:1. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Taft High School represents a diverse demographic, with 45% Hispanic, 39% White, 7% Asian, 4% Two or More Races, and 3% Black students.

4,487
Total Students
Grade 7-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
275 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-12
County
Cook County
Students per Counselor
407:1

Taft High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 28%
N/A
Mathematics
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 13.1:1
407
Students per Counselor

Taft High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
275

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor407:1

Taft High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.46%
Male
49.5%
Female
Total Enrollment: 4,487 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White39.4%
Hispanic44.95%
Asian7.47%
Black2.99%
Two or More Races4.21%
Native American0.33%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taft High School

Q: What is Taft High School?

A: Taft High School is a high public located in Chicago.

Q: How many students attend Taft High School?

A: Taft High School has approximately 4,487 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Taft High School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Taft High School

Taft High School is a public high in Chicago, Illinois, serving 4,487 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 275 teachers with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, while counselors are available at a ratio of 407:1. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Taft High School represents a diverse demographic, with 45% Hispanic, 39% White, 7% Asian, 4% Two or More Races, and 3% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Taft High School - Chicago, IL

Quick Facts about Taft High School
School NameTaft High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-12
Location6530 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, Chicago, IL
CountyCook County
Phone+1 (773) 534-1000
Total Students4,487
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers275
Rating1.6/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Taft High School

What is Taft High School?

Taft High School is a high public located in Chicago.

How many students attend Taft High School?

Taft High School has approximately 4,487 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taft High School is 16:1.

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