Below Average
#3401 of 3,813 schools in IL
Ihsca Charter High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2520 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
551
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
551
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,401 of 3,813
In Chicago
#569 of 630
public schools
In district
#560 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ihsca Charter High School
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About Ihsca Charter High School
Ihsca Charter High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Ihsca Charter High School serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ihsca Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,401 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Ihsca Charter High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ihsca Charter 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.
Ihsca Charter High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
72% of students at Ihsca Charter 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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Ihsca Charter High School — Students at Ihsca Charter High School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 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: 9.1/10.
How Ihsca Charter High School Compares
See how Ihsca Charter 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
2520 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ihsca Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spry Community Links High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IJLA Charter High School (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IJLA Charter High School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruiz Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Pickard Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Telpochcalli Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Hammond Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Whittier Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Spry Elem Community School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Spry Community Links High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Everett Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Plamondon Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI FOUNDATIONS OF CHGO Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Burroughs Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Kanoon Elem Magnet School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Madero Middle School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Chester High School Chester, IL | 4.2 |
| Paris Cooperative High School 95 Paris, IL | 4.2 |
| Foreman High School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Manual High School Peoria, IL | 4.1 |
| Quest Charter School Academy Peoria, IL | 4.4 |
| SACRED HEART GRIFFIN HIGH SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ihsca Charter High School
What grades does Ihsca Charter High School serve?
Ihsca Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ihsca Charter High School?
Ihsca Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
How does Ihsca Charter High School rank in IL?
Ihsca Charter High School ranks #3,401 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Ihsca Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ihsca Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Ihsca Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ihsca Charter High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Ihsca Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Ihsca Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ihsca Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Ihsca Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ihsca Charter High School?
98.7% of students at Ihsca Charter 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
- 551
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.2%
- Phone
- (773) 890-8020
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #560 of 621
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