Very Good
#444 of 3,546 schools in IL
Top 13% in state
Young Magnet High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
211 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL 60607
About Young Magnet High School
Young Magnet High School serves 2,221 students in grades 7-12 in Chicago's Near West Side, establishing itself as one of Illinois' top-performing schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranking 348th out of 3,819 schools statewide, the school places in the 91st percentile for academic achievement across Illinois. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance with an impressive 89% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading across all grade levels.
This strong showing contributes to the school's perfect 10.0 academic score. With 133 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, Young Magnet maintains a manageable 16.7-to-1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention. As a regular public school, Young Magnet draws from a diverse urban community where the median household income reaches $119,500 and 79% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The school's ZIP code area has a population of nearly 29,000, with median home values around $487,000, though 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Young Magnet High School operates in the heart of one of America's largest cities, providing students with access to Chicago's rich educational and cultural resources while maintaining strong academic standards.
Score Breakdown
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Young Magnet High School — Students at Young Magnet High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
➡️ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Young Magnet High School Compares
See how Young Magnet High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 93% (2019) to 91% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 91% (2019) to 89% (2022).
Location
211 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL 60607
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago World Language Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Otis Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Ogden Int High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Dett Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Noble St Chtr-UIC College Prep Chicago | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Talcott Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Crane Medical Prep HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Irving Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 60607 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$487,000
Median Rent
$2,358/mo
Population
28,797
College Educated
79.3%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| Naperville North High School Naperville, IL | 7.3 |
| Glenbrook South High School Glenview, IL | 7.1 |
| Highland Park High School Highland Park, IL | 7.1 |
| Jones College Prep High School Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
| Lake Zurich High School Lake Zurich, IL | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Magnet High School
What grades does Young Magnet High School serve?
Young Magnet High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Young Magnet High School?
Young Magnet High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Magnet High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Magnet High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Magnet High School rank in IL?
Young Magnet High School is ranked #444 out of 3,546 schools in IL.
What is Young Magnet High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Magnet High School has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Young Magnet High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Young Magnet High School has 92.0% math proficiency and 90.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Young Magnet High School a charter school?
No, Young Magnet High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Magnet High School a Title I school?
No, Young Magnet High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Magnet High School?
34.8% of students at Young Magnet High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 534-7500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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