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#2412 of 3,813 schools in IL
Cics - Longwood Campus
School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
1309 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,412 of 3,813
In Chicago
#386 of 630
public schools
In district
#379 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cics - Longwood Campus
School in Chicago · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cics - Longwood Campus
Cics - Longwood Campus is a public school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Cics - Longwood Campus serves approximately 1,200 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cics - Longwood Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,412 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Cics - Longwood Campus show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cics - Longwood Campus 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.
Cics - Longwood Campus runs 21.8:1 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.
Cics - Longwood Campus 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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Cics - Longwood Campus — Students at Cics - Longwood Campus score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
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: 9.7/10.
How Cics - Longwood Campus Compares
See how Cics - Longwood Campus 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
1309 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cics - Longwood Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson M Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CICS - Loomis Primary Campus Chicago | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD CARE CENTER Chicago | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Wacker Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Vanderpoel Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| ALL DAY MONTESSORI Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEVERLY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Julian High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| THE NAUTILUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Jackson M Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Kipling Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ETHELREDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Evers Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
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
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|---|---|
| Catalyst Charter - Maria ES Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| SCHAUMBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schaumburg, IL | 5.1 |
| Horizon Sci Acad - Southwest Chtr Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cics - Longwood Campus
What grades does Cics - Longwood Campus serve?
Cics - Longwood Campus serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Cics - Longwood Campus?
Cics - Longwood Campus has an enrollment of approximately 1,200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cics - Longwood Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Cics - Longwood Campus is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cics - Longwood Campus rank in IL?
Cics - Longwood Campus ranks #2,412 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cics - Longwood Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Cics - Longwood Campus 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 Cics - Longwood Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cics - Longwood Campus has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Cics - Longwood Campus a charter school?
Yes, Cics - Longwood Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cics - Longwood Campus a Title I school?
No, Cics - Longwood Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cics - Longwood Campus?
82.2% of students at Cics - Longwood Campus 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
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.8%
- Phone
- (773) 238-5330
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #379 of 621
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