Below Average
#3185 of 3,813 schools in IL
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7740 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,185 of 3,813
In Chicago
#524 of 630
public schools
In district
#516 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Hirsch Metropolitan High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Hirsch Metropolitan High School serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hirsch Metropolitan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,185 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hirsch Metropolitan High School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Hirsch Metropolitan High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Hirsch Metropolitan 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Hirsch Metropolitan High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Hirsch Metropolitan High School — Students at Hirsch Metropolitan High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School Compares
See how Hirsch Metropolitan 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
7740 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hirsch Metropolitan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Art in Motion Charter School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Noble St Chtr-Comer College Prep (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch Chicago | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Tanner Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL SCHOOL MAIN CAMPUS Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Revere Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Comer College Prep Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Avalon Park Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Madison Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Dixon Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Ruggles Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Park Manor Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| South Shore Fine Arts Elem Sch Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CICS - Avalon/South Shore Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| AUGUSTUS TOLTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Art in Motion Charter School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodlawn Elem Community School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Till Elem Math & Science Academy Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| WEE CARE NURSERY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,403
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
59,892
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
43.3%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Armstrong High School Armstrong, IL | 4.6 |
| Stark County High School Toulon, IL | 4.6 |
| ACCELERATION ACADEMIES LLC HOMESTEAD Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 4.7 |
| Bunker Hill High School Bunker Hill, IL | 4.8 |
| Villa Grove High School Villa Grove, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hirsch Metropolitan High School
What grades does Hirsch Metropolitan High School serve?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hirsch Metropolitan High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hirsch Metropolitan High School rank in IL?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School ranks #3,185 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hirsch Metropolitan High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School 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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hirsch Metropolitan High School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hirsch Metropolitan High School a charter school?
No, Hirsch Metropolitan High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hirsch Metropolitan High School a Title I school?
No, Hirsch Metropolitan High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
86.7% of students at Hirsch Metropolitan 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.1%
- Phone
- (773) 535-3100
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #516 of 621
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