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Best Schools in Chicago, Illinois
Compare 629 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
629
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
327,482
Total Students
Across Chicago
14.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
629 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score9%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)8 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)7 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,106 students at Noble St Chtr - Mansueto.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue
charter schoolelementaryPK-5
707 E 37Th St, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
499
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
Cics - Prairie Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-8
11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1
Rating
Students
412
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
0%
Learn Chtr-Campbell Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-6
212 S Francisco Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
1
Rating
Students
357
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
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
0%
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus
charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
1930 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
1
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-8
5515 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
1
Rating
Students
921
Student-Teacher
115:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
0%
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
charter schoolhighGrade 6-12
3663 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
413
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Acad
charter schoolmiddleK-8
1616 S Avers Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
897
Student-Teacher
112:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
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
0%
Aspira Charter - Haugan Campus
charter schoolmiddleGrade 6-8
3729 W Leland Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
1
Rating
Students
83
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
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
0%
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
0%
Kipp One Academy
charter schoolmiddleK-8
730 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624
1
Rating
Students
996
Student-Teacher
124:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
0%
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
0%
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
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois is home to 629 schools serving over 327,482 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Chicago, Illinois?
There are 629 schools in Chicago, serving 327,482 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Chicago?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Chicago include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary 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.