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#2411 of 3,813 schools in IL
Chicago Excel Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
1257 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
88.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
88.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,411 of 3,813
In Chicago
#385 of 630
public schools
In district
#378 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Chicago Excel Academy HS
Chicago Excel Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Chicago Excel Academy HS serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 88.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Excel Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,411 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Chicago Excel Academy HS show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Chicago Excel 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.
Chicago Excel Academy HS runs 88.7:1 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.
72% of students at Chicago Excel 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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Chicago Excel Academy HS — Students at Chicago Excel Academy HS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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 Chicago Excel Academy HS Compares
See how Chicago Excel 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
1257 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicago Excel Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Morgan Park High School (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fenger Academy High School (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Julian High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Whistler Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mount Vernon Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Morgan Park High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Julian High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Dunne Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Esmond Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Fenger Academy High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| White Elem Career Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Haley Elem Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL Chicago | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Fernwood Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Burr Oak Academy Calumet Park | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wacker Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,015
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
47,802
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bureau Valley High School Sheffield, IL | 5.6 |
| Carlyle High School Carlyle, IL | 5.6 |
| Fenger Academy High School Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Hardin County High School Elizabethtown, IL | 5.6 |
| Hoopeston Area High School Hoopeston, IL | 5.6 |
| New Athens High School New Athens, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicago Excel Academy HS
What grades does Chicago Excel Academy HS serve?
Chicago Excel Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chicago Excel Academy HS?
Chicago Excel Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Excel Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Excel Academy HS is 88.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chicago Excel Academy HS rank in IL?
Chicago Excel Academy HS ranks #2,411 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Chicago Excel Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicago Excel Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Chicago Excel Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chicago Excel Academy HS has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Chicago Excel Academy HS a charter school?
No, Chicago Excel Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chicago Excel Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Chicago Excel Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chicago Excel Academy HS?
94.4% of students at Chicago Excel 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 88.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.2%
- Phone
- (773) 629-8379
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #378 of 621
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