Below Average
#3194 of 3,813 schools in IL
Goode Stem Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7651 S Homan Ave, Chicago, IL 60652
Enrollment
979
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
979
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,194 of 3,813
In Chicago
#533 of 630
public schools
In district
#525 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Goode Stem Academy HS
Goode Stem Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Goode Stem Academy HS serves approximately 979 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Goode Stem Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,194 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Goode Stem Academy HS show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Goode Stem 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.
50% of students at Goode Stem 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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Goode Stem Academy HS — Students at Goode Stem Academy HS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 15 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: 9.7/10.
How Goode Stem Academy HS Compares
See how Goode Stem 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
7651 S Homan Ave, Chicago, IL 60652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goode Stem Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ACE Amandla Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bogan High School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton Elem Fine & Perf Arts Sch Chicago | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Tarkington Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Owen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Dawes Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEEN OF THE UNIVERSE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Carroll Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bogan High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CICS - Wrightwood Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Hurley Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| McKay Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Eberhart Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ACE Amandla Charter School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Catalyst Charter - Maria ES Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Marquette Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Stevenson Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Durkin Park Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Northwest School Evergreen Park | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST BEDE THE VENERABLE Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST NICHOLAS TOLENTINE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,559
Median Home Value
$235,000
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
41,431
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
38
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BR RICE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Chicago Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox, IL | 4.5 |
| MacArthur High School Decatur, IL | 4.7 |
| Cahokia High School Cahokia, IL | 4.4 |
| Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goode Stem Academy HS
What grades does Goode Stem Academy HS serve?
Goode Stem Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Goode Stem Academy HS?
Goode Stem Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 979 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goode Stem Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Goode Stem Academy HS is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goode Stem Academy HS rank in IL?
Goode Stem Academy HS ranks #3,194 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Goode Stem Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Goode Stem Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Goode Stem Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goode Stem Academy HS has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Goode Stem Academy HS a charter school?
No, Goode Stem Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goode Stem Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Goode Stem Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goode Stem Academy HS?
79.3% of students at Goode Stem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 979
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.1%
- Phone
- (773) 535-7875
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #525 of 621
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