Very Good
#1225 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 32% in state
Ijla Charter High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2570 S Blue Island, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
67
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
67
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,225 of 3,813
In Chicago
#158 of 630
public schools
In district
#155 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ijla Charter High School
Ijla Charter High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Ijla Charter High School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ijla Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,225 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Ijla Charter High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Ijla Charter 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 Ijla 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.
Ijla 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.
Score Breakdown
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Ijla Charter High School — Students at Ijla Charter High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Ijla Charter High School Compares
See how Ijla Charter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2570 S Blue Island, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ijla Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spry Community Links High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IHSCA Charter High School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Ruiz Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Pickard Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Whittier Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Telpochcalli Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Hammond Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Everett Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Spry Elem Community School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Spry Community Links High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI FOUNDATIONS OF CHGO Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Plamondon Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Burroughs Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Thomas Early Childhood Center Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Cooper Elem Dual Language Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clay City High School Clay City, IL | 7.0 |
| Odin Attendance Center 9-12 Odin, IL | 7.0 |
| Egyptian Sr High School Tamms, IL | 7.1 |
| Oakland High School Oakland, IL | 6.9 |
| Patoka Sr High School Patoka, IL | 7.1 |
| ACADEMY HIGH Champaign, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ijla Charter High School
What grades does Ijla Charter High School serve?
Ijla Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ijla Charter High School?
Ijla Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
How does Ijla Charter High School rank in IL?
Ijla Charter High School ranks #1,225 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Ijla Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ijla Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Ijla Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ijla Charter High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Ijla Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Ijla 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 Ijla Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Ijla Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ijla Charter High School?
71.6% of students at Ijla 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 890-8060
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #155 of 621
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