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#711 of 716 private schools in IL

Changing Oasis, Inc

High School

2254 N NARRAGANSETT AVE, Chicago, IL 60639

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

2.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#711 of 716

In Chicago

#161 of 162

public schools

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Changing Oasis, Inc

2.9/10

High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Changing Oasis, Inc

Changing Oasis, Inc is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Changing Oasis, Inc serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Changing Oasis, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #711 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares3.7 pts below IL schools
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Changing Oasis, Inc is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Changing Oasis, Inc runs 23.8:1 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.

Changing Oasis, Inc is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Changing Oasis, Inc compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
50
This School
vs
704
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.9
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 80% vs 0%
Hispanic 20% vs 0%
Changing Oasis, Inc Chicago Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Changing Oasis, Inc (this school) 2.9
Horizon Science Acad-Belmont 8.1
Steinmetz College Prep HS 6.5
Prosser Career Academy HS 7.2
Noble St Chtr-ITW Speer Acad 7.3
Chicago Academy High School 8.4
Foreman High School 4.3
YCCS West 6.7
Douglass Academy High School 7.2
Kelvyn Park High School 4.8
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl 6.2
Intrinsic Charter High School 8.2
North-Grand High School 6.4
Austin College and Career Acad HS 6.3
Noble St Chtr-Pritzker Col Prep 7.0
Schurz High School 7.0
ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr 6.4
YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS 5.8
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames 6.1
Orr Academy High School 5.7
Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin 6.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 23.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 450
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 80.0%
Hispanic 20.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2254 N NARRAGANSETT AVE, Chicago, IL 60639

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Changing Oasis, Inc may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chicago Academy High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steinmetz College Prep HS (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago 0.3 mi 7.2
Burbank Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 5.4
CICS - West Belden Campus Chicago 0.5 mi 7.1
Lovett Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 5.5
Steinmetz College Prep HS Chicago 1.0 mi 6.5
Locke J Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 5.5
Lyon Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.5
Sayre Elem Language Academy Chicago 0.9 mi 4.3
Horizon Science Acad-Belmont Chicago 0.8 mi 8.1
ICCI ACADEMY Chicago 1.1 mi 6.2
William Hatch Elem School Oak Park 1.1 mi 7.7
ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 6.2
Camras Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.5
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park 1.5 mi 8.9
Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 6.2
Chicago Academy High School Chicago 1.5 mi 8.4
Whittier Elem School Oak Park 1.6 mi 7.6
Prieto Math-Science Elem Sch Chicago 1.2 mi 4.9
ST ANGELA SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi 5.5
Young Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60639 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,710

Median Home Value

$289,000

Median Rent

$1,212/mo

Population

84,505

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

36.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Changing Oasis, Inc

What grades does Changing Oasis, Inc serve?

Changing Oasis, Inc serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Changing Oasis, Inc?

Changing Oasis, Inc has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Changing Oasis, Inc?

The student-teacher ratio at Changing Oasis, Inc is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Changing Oasis, Inc rank in IL?

Changing Oasis, Inc ranks #711 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Changing Oasis, Inc's MySchoolScout rating?

Changing Oasis, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Changing Oasis, Inc a private school?

Yes, Changing Oasis, Inc is a private coeducational school with a Church of God in Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Changing Oasis, Inc a religious school?

Changing Oasis, Inc has a Church of God in Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of God in Christ
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
75 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County

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