Very Good
#170 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 24% of private schools
Telshe High School
High School
3535 W FOSTER AVE, Chicago, IL 60625
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#170 of 716
In Chicago
#59 of 162
public schools
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About Telshe High School
Telshe High School is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Telshe High School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Telshe High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Telshe High 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Telshe High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Telshe High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Telshe High School compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Telshe High School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Von Steuben Metro Science HS | 8.4 |
| Northside College Preparatory Hs | 9.5 |
| Roosevelt High School | 4.8 |
| CICS - Northtown Campus | 7.3 |
| Mather High School | 7.0 |
| Disney II Magnet HS | 7.7 |
| Amundsen High School | 7.4 |
| Schurz High School | 7.0 |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl | 8.0 |
| Lane Technical High School | 8.9 |
| YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS | 5.8 |
| ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr | 6.4 |
| Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin | 6.1 |
| Intrinsic Charter High School | 8.2 |
| Senn High School | 7.7 |
| Lake View High School | 6.8 |
| Rickover Naval Academy High Schl | 6.2 |
| Foreman High School | 4.3 |
| YCCS-Truman Middle College HS | 8.0 |
| Sullivan High School | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 156 schools. View all schools in Chicago
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3535 W FOSTER AVE, Chicago, IL 60625
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telshe High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northside College Preparatory Hs (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Von Steuben Metro Science HS (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CICS - Northtown Campus (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Von Steuben Metro Science HS Chicago | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Peterson Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Volta Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Hibbard Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr Chicago | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Albany Park Multicultural Elem Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Northside College Preparatory Hs Chicago | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Haugan Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| ICC FULL TIME SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ICC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Henry Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| North River Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JOAN DACHS BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHSHORE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LAWRENCE HALL SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CICS - Northtown Campus Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Jamieson Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,299
Median Home Value
$396,700
Median Rent
$1,455/mo
Population
78,467
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
36
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Durand High School Durand, IL | 7.2 |
| HANNA SACKS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
| Warsaw Sr High School Warsaw, IL | 7.3 |
| West Prairie Senior High School Colchester, IL | 7.3 |
| Egyptian Sr High School Tamms, IL | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telshe High School
What grades does Telshe High School serve?
Telshe High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Telshe High School?
Telshe High School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Telshe High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Telshe High School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Telshe High School rank in IL?
Telshe High School ranks #170 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Telshe High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Telshe High School 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.
Is Telshe High School a private school?
Yes, Telshe High School is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Telshe High School a religious school?
Telshe High School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 463-7738
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