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#1711 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
Chicago Military Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3519 S Giles Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,711 of 3,813
In Chicago
#250 of 630
public schools
In district
#245 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Chicago Military Academy HS
Chicago Military Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Chicago Military Academy HS serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Military Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,711 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Chicago Military Academy HS show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Chicago 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.
65% of students at Chicago 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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Chicago Military Academy HS — Students at Chicago Military Academy HS score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Chicago Military Academy HS Compares
See how Chicago 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
3519 S Giles Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicago Military Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Air Force Acad High School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Phillips Academy High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| James R Doolittle Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Fuller Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mollison Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,565
Median Home Value
$347,800
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
34,608
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island, IL | 6.4 |
| ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Bloomington, IL | 6.4 |
| Calhoun High School Hardin, IL | 6.4 |
| Lewistown Jr/Sr High School Lewistown, IL | 6.4 |
| Lowpoint-Washburn Jr Sr High Sch Washburn, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicago Military Academy HS
What grades does Chicago Military Academy HS serve?
Chicago Military Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chicago Military Academy HS?
Chicago Military Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Military Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Military Academy HS is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chicago Military Academy HS rank in IL?
Chicago Military Academy HS ranks #1,711 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Chicago Military Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicago Military Academy HS 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 Chicago Military Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chicago Military Academy HS has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chicago Military Academy HS a charter school?
No, Chicago Military Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chicago Military Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Chicago Military Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chicago Military Academy HS?
81.4% of students at Chicago 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (773) 534-9750
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #245 of 621
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