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Fenger Academy High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
11220 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60628
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,402 of 3,813
In Chicago
#376 of 630
public schools
In district
#369 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Fenger Academy High School
Fenger Academy High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Fenger Academy High School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fenger Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,402 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Fenger Academy High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fenger Academy High School 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.
97% of students at Fenger Academy High School 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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Fenger Academy High School — Students at Fenger Academy High School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
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
→ 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 Fenger Academy High School Compares
See how Fenger Academy High School 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
11220 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fenger Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brooks College Prep Academy HS (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chicago Excel Academy HS (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Julian High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haley Elem Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Dunne Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Lavizzo Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Chicago Excel Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Mount Vernon Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Curtis Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Whistler Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hughes L Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Metcalfe Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| White Elem Career Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CICS - Prairie Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fernwood Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Chicago Collegiate Charter School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Brooks College Prep Academy HS Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Julian High School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,719
Median Home Value
$158,500
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
59,212
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
40.7
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 |
| Chicago Excel Academy HS 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 Fenger Academy High School
What grades does Fenger Academy High School serve?
Fenger Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fenger Academy High School?
Fenger Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fenger Academy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fenger Academy High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fenger Academy High School rank in IL?
Fenger Academy High School ranks #2,402 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Fenger Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fenger Academy High School 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 Fenger Academy High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fenger Academy High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fenger Academy High School a charter school?
No, Fenger Academy High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fenger Academy High School a Title I school?
No, Fenger Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fenger Academy High School?
86.3% of students at Fenger Academy High School 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
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.3%
- Phone
- (773) 535-5430
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #369 of 621
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