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#1895 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 50% in state
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
5700 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,895 of 3,813
In Chicago
#281 of 630
public schools
In district
#276 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Rickover Naval Academy High Schl
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Rickover Naval Academy High Schl serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rickover Naval Academy High Schl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,895 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Rickover Naval Academy High Schl show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl 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.
46% of students at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl 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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Rickover Naval Academy High Schl — Students at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
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
↓ 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: 8.2/10.
How Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Compares
See how Rickover Naval Academy High Schl 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
5700 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rickover Naval Academy High Schl may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chicago Academy High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Foreman High School (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prussing Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Portage Park Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Smyser Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Reinberg Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Gray Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| KIDS IN HARMONY DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Beaubien Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Camras Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Farnsworth Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Foreman High School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Beard Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Lyon Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,997
Median Home Value
$333,900
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
74,418
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rickover Naval Academy High Schl
What grades does Rickover Naval Academy High Schl serve?
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Rickover Naval Academy High Schl?
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl?
The student-teacher ratio at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rickover Naval Academy High Schl rank in IL?
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl ranks #1,895 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Rickover Naval Academy High Schl's MySchoolScout rating?
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Rickover Naval Academy High Schl?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rickover Naval Academy High Schl has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rickover Naval Academy High Schl a charter school?
No, Rickover Naval Academy High Schl is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rickover Naval Academy High Schl a Title I school?
No, Rickover Naval Academy High Schl is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rickover Naval Academy High Schl?
70.1% of students at Rickover Naval Academy High Schl 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
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (773) 534-2890
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #276 of 621
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