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#1703 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
Hyde Park Academy High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
6220 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Enrollment
875
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
875
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,703 of 3,813
In Chicago
#242 of 630
public schools
In district
#237 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Hyde Park Academy High School
Hyde Park Academy High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Hyde Park Academy High School serves approximately 875 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hyde Park Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,703 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hyde Park Academy High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hyde Park 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.
73% of students at Hyde Park 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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Hyde Park Academy High School — Students at Hyde Park Academy High School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
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: 9.7/10.
How Hyde Park Academy High School Compares
See how Hyde Park 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
6220 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hyde Park Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNT CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kenwood Academy High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MOUNT CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| UNIV OF CHICAGO LAB SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DREXEL CHURCH OF GOD LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 0.5 mi | — |
| CHURCH OF GOD OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.5 mi | — |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodlawn Elem Community School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Bret Harte Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Wadsworth Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Ray Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Parkside Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| STAIR STEP VILLA NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| South Shore Fine Arts Elem Sch Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Murray Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| OKeeffe Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Kenwood Academy High School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Revere Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,080
Median Home Value
$243,700
Median Rent
$1,170/mo
Population
52,418
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
26.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
32.3%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clemente Community Academy HS Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| North-Grand High School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale, IL | 6.5 |
| DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Sterling High School Sterling, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hyde Park Academy High School
What grades does Hyde Park Academy High School serve?
Hyde Park Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hyde Park Academy High School?
Hyde Park Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 875 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hyde Park Academy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hyde Park Academy High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hyde Park Academy High School rank in IL?
Hyde Park Academy High School ranks #1,703 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hyde Park Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hyde Park Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Hyde Park Academy High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hyde Park Academy High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hyde Park Academy High School a charter school?
No, Hyde Park Academy High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hyde Park Academy High School a Title I school?
No, Hyde Park Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hyde Park Academy High School?
97.0% of students at Hyde Park 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
- 875
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.7%
- Phone
- (773) 535-0880
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #237 of 621
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