Very Good
#1150 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 30% in state
Phillips Academy High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
244 E Pershing Rd, Chicago, IL 60653
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,150 of 3,813
In Chicago
#141 of 630
public schools
In district
#138 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Phillips Academy High School
Phillips Academy High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Phillips Academy High School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillips Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Phillips Academy High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Phillips 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.
Score Breakdown
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Phillips Academy High School — Students at Phillips Academy High School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 9.8/10.
How Phillips Academy High School Compares
See how Phillips 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
244 E Pershing Rd, Chicago, IL 60653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillips Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Air Force Acad High School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago | 0.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| James R Doolittle Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Fuller Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Mollison Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodson South Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Hendricks Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMBRIDGE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,565
Median Home Value
$347,800
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
34,608
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Momence High School Momence, IL | 7.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Hall High School Spring Valley, IL | 7.0 |
| Riverdale Sr High School Port Byron, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips Academy High School
What grades does Phillips Academy High School serve?
Phillips Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Phillips Academy High School?
Phillips Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Academy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips Academy High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillips Academy High School rank in IL?
Phillips Academy High School ranks #1,150 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Phillips Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Phillips Academy High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phillips Academy High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Phillips Academy High School a charter school?
No, Phillips Academy High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillips Academy High School a Title I school?
No, Phillips Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillips Academy High School?
90.7% of students at Phillips 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 535-1603
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #138 of 621
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