Below Average
#3502 of 3,813 schools in IL
Sullivan High School
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
6631 N Bosworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,502 of 3,813
In Chicago
#583 of 630
public schools
In district
#574 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Sullivan High School
Sullivan High School is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sullivan High School serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sullivan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,502 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Sullivan High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sullivan 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.
70% of students at Sullivan High 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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Sullivan High School — Students at Sullivan High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
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: 9.7/10.
How Sullivan High School Compares
See how Sullivan 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
6631 N Bosworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sullivan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Senn High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kilmer Elem School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| New Field Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Field Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTHSHORE ACADEMY FOR CHILDREN Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Hayt Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST AT EDGEWATER Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Senn High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MISERICORDIA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Jordan Elem Community School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| THE FAMILY MATTERS SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,452
Median Home Value
$269,000
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
50,027
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
36.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sullivan High School
What grades does Sullivan High School serve?
Sullivan High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sullivan High School?
Sullivan High School has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sullivan High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sullivan High School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sullivan High School rank in IL?
Sullivan High School ranks #3,502 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Sullivan High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sullivan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Sullivan High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sullivan High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sullivan High School a charter school?
No, Sullivan High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sullivan High School a Title I school?
No, Sullivan High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sullivan High School?
77.9% of students at Sullivan 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
- 766
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (773) 534-2000
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #574 of 621
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