Average
#1610 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 42% in state
Learn Chtr - Middle School
Middle School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3021 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,610 of 3,813
In Chicago
#227 of 630
public schools
In district
#223 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Learn Chtr - Middle School
Learn Chtr - Middle School is a public middle school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Learn Chtr - Middle School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Learn Chtr - Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Learn Chtr - Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Learn Chtr - Middle 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.
Learn Chtr - Middle 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.
97% of students at Learn Chtr - Middle 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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Learn Chtr - Middle School — Students at Learn Chtr - Middle School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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.
* 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 Learn Chtr - Middle School Compares
See how Learn Chtr - Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3021 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Learn Chtr - Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEARN Charter Excel Campus (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westinghouse High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chicago HS for the Arts (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEARN Charter Excel Campus Chicago | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus Chicago | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Morton Elem Career Academy Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Beidler Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| YCCS-West Town Academy Alt HS Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Cather Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Westinghouse High School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Polaris Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Faraday Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Marshall Metropolitan High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LEARN Chtr-Campbell Campus Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Locke A Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| UCAN ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Raby High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Jensen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| IYC Chicago Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| YCCS-Association House Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ALTUS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,457
Median Home Value
$331,600
Median Rent
$1,330/mo
Population
34,699
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
30.8%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Learn Chtr - Middle School
What grades does Learn Chtr - Middle School serve?
Learn Chtr - Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Learn Chtr - Middle School?
Learn Chtr - Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Learn Chtr - Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Learn Chtr - Middle School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Learn Chtr - Middle School rank in IL?
Learn Chtr - Middle School ranks #1,610 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Learn Chtr - Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Learn Chtr - Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Learn Chtr - Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Learn Chtr - Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Learn Chtr - Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Learn Chtr - Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Learn Chtr - Middle School a Title I school?
No, Learn Chtr - Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Learn Chtr - Middle School?
92.4% of students at Learn Chtr - Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.3%
- Phone
- (773) 584-4300
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #223 of 621
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