Average
#1714 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3986 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
43.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
43.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,714 of 3,813
In Chicago
#253 of 630
public schools
In district
#248 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Aspira Charter - Early College Pr
High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aspira Charter - Early College Pr
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Aspira Charter - Early College Pr serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 43.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Aspira Charter - Early College Pr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,714 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Aspira Charter - Early College Pr show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr runs 43.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Aspira Charter - Early College Pr — Students at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 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: 9.9/10.
How Aspira Charter - Early College Pr Compares
See how Aspira Charter - Early College Pr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3986 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aspira Charter - Early College Pr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Intrinsic Charter High School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Disney II Magnet HS (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schurz High School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS Chicago | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Garcia Lorca Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Scammon Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Reilly Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST VIATOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Monroe Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Schurz High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Disney II Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Barry Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Kelvyn Park High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Intrinsic Charter High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Murphy Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Disney II Magnet HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mozart Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Nixon Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| CICS - Irving Park Campus Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,558
Median Home Value
$538,300
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
91,896
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
35.7
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|---|---|
| ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island, IL | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Bloomington, IL | 6.4 |
| Calhoun High School Hardin, IL | 6.4 |
| Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Illini West High School Carthage, IL | 6.4 |
| Lewistown Jr/Sr High School Lewistown, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aspira Charter - Early College Pr
What grades does Aspira Charter - Early College Pr serve?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
The student-teacher ratio at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is 43.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aspira Charter - Early College Pr rank in IL?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr ranks #1,714 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr's MySchoolScout rating?
Aspira Charter - Early College Pr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aspira Charter - Early College Pr has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr a charter school?
Yes, Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Aspira Charter - Early College Pr a Title I school?
No, Aspira Charter - Early College Pr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aspira Charter - Early College Pr?
90.1% of students at Aspira Charter - Early College Pr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 43.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.3%
- Phone
- (773) 252-0970
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #248 of 621
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