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#2578 of 3,813 schools in IL
Carver Military Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
13100 S Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 60827
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,578 of 3,813
In Chicago
#410 of 630
public schools
In district
#403 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Carver Military Academy HS
Carver Military Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Carver Military Academy HS serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Military Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,578 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Military Academy HS show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carver Military Academy HS 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.
53% of students at Carver Military Academy HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carver Military Academy HS — Students at Carver Military Academy HS score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 9.7/10.
How Carver Military Academy HS Compares
See how Carver Military Academy HS 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
13100 S Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 60827
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Military Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Thornridge High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dolton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chicago Collegiate Charter School (rated 4.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carver Primary School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CICS - Bond Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Aldridge Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dolton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dolton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Junior High School Dolton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Early Childhood Cntr Dolton | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Grissom Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Owens Community Academy ES Chicago | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Thornridge High School Dolton | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Chicago Collegiate Charter School Chicago | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Pullman Elem School Chicago | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CICS - Prairie Campus Chicago | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Park Elementary School Riverdale | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Elem School Riverdale | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,648
Median Home Value
$123,800
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
30.9
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|---|---|
| Heyworth Jr-Sr High School Heyworth, IL | 5.4 |
| Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch Maroa, IL | 5.4 |
| Morrison High School Morrison, IL | 5.4 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Athens Sr High School Athens, IL | 5.5 |
| Central High School Clifton, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Military Academy HS
What grades does Carver Military Academy HS serve?
Carver Military Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Carver Military Academy HS?
Carver Military Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Military Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Military Academy HS is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Military Academy HS rank in IL?
Carver Military Academy HS ranks #2,578 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Carver Military Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Military Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Carver Military Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Military Academy HS has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carver Military Academy HS a charter school?
No, Carver Military Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Military Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Carver Military Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Military Academy HS?
76.0% of students at Carver Military Academy HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (773) 535-5250
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #403 of 621
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