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#1514 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 40% in state
Farragut Career Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2345 S Christiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,514 of 3,813
In Chicago
#205 of 630
public schools
In district
#201 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Farragut Career Academy HS
Farragut Career Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Farragut Career Academy HS serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Farragut Career Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,514 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Farragut Career Academy HS show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Farragut Career 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.
75% of students at Farragut Career 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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Farragut Career Academy HS — Students at Farragut Career Academy HS score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
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: 9.6/10.
How Farragut Career Academy HS Compares
See how Farragut Career 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
2345 S Christiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farragut Career Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spry Community Links High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kanoon Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Crown Elem Comm Acd Fine Arts Ctr Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Cardenas Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Legacy Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| McCormick Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Madero Middle School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Spry Elem Community School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Spry Community Links High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST AGNES OF BOHEMIA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| North Lawndale Prep Chtr - Christ Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Telpochcalli Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Little Village Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Hammond Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Johnson Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Lawndale Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Ortiz De Dominguez Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,040
Median Home Value
$221,400
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
77,061
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbia High School Columbia, IL | 6.6 |
| Nashville Comm High School Nashville, IL | 6.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Rowe-Clark MS Acad Chicago, IL | 6.6 |
| Pana Sr High School Pana, IL | 6.6 |
| ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford, IL | 6.6 |
| St Joseph-Ogden High School Saint Joseph, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farragut Career Academy HS
What grades does Farragut Career Academy HS serve?
Farragut Career Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Farragut Career Academy HS?
Farragut Career Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farragut Career Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Farragut Career Academy HS is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farragut Career Academy HS rank in IL?
Farragut Career Academy HS ranks #1,514 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Farragut Career Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Farragut Career Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Farragut Career Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Farragut Career Academy HS has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Farragut Career Academy HS a charter school?
No, Farragut Career Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farragut Career Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Farragut Career Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farragut Career Academy HS?
93.5% of students at Farragut Career 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
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.4%
- Phone
- (773) 534-1300
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #201 of 621
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