Very Good
#1086 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 29% in state
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4319 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,086 of 3,813
In Chicago
#137 of 630
public schools
In district
#134 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Legal Prep Academy Charter HS
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Legal Prep Academy Charter HS serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Legal Prep Academy Charter HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,086 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Legal Prep Academy Charter HS show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Legal Prep Academy Charter HS 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.
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS 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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Legal Prep Academy Charter HS — Students at Legal Prep Academy Charter HS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 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 Legal Prep Academy Charter HS Compares
See how Legal Prep Academy Charter HS 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
4319 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legal Prep Academy Charter HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Orr Academy High School (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hefferan Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Tilton Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Melody Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CHANCE AFTER CHANCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Webster Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Orr Academy High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP One Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GREATER ROCK GIFTED LEARNING ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| KIPP Academy Chicago Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Frazier Perspectives Magnet ES Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Nash Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Spencer Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Leland Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| CHICAGO JESUIT ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| HOPE EXCEL REACHING THE WORLD ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CHICAGO WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,607
Median Home Value
$223,200
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
35,711
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
26.4%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Durand High School Durand, IL | 7.2 |
| Liberty High School Liberty, IL | 7.2 |
| TELSHE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| CHICAGO HOPE ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
| Central High School Camp Point, IL | 7.3 |
| Knoxville Sr High School Knoxville, IL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legal Prep Academy Charter HS
What grades does Legal Prep Academy Charter HS serve?
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Legal Prep Academy Charter HS?
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Legal Prep Academy Charter HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Legal Prep Academy Charter HS is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Legal Prep Academy Charter HS rank in IL?
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS ranks #1,086 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Legal Prep Academy Charter HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Legal Prep Academy Charter HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legal Prep Academy Charter HS has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Legal Prep Academy Charter HS a charter school?
Yes, Legal Prep Academy Charter HS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Legal Prep Academy Charter HS a Title I school?
No, Legal Prep Academy Charter HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Legal Prep Academy Charter HS?
86.9% of students at Legal Prep Academy Charter HS 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
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 922-7800
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #134 of 621
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