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#2146 of 3,813 schools in IL
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4747 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,146 of 3,813
In Chicago
#328 of 630
public schools
In district
#322 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Tilden Career Communty Academy HS
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Tilden Career Communty Academy HS serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tilden Career Communty Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,146 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Tilden Career Communty Academy HS show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tilden Career Communty Academy 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.
81% of students at Tilden Career Communty Academy HS 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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Tilden Career Communty Academy HS — Students at Tilden Career Communty Academy HS score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
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: 9.9/10.
How Tilden Career Communty Academy HS Compares
See how Tilden Career Communty Academy 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
4747 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tilden Career Communty Academy HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bronzeville Scholastic HS (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Air Force Acad High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richards Career Academy HS (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Graham A Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Sherman Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Hendricks Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CAMBRIDGE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Holmes Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bronzeville Scholastic HS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Williams Medical Prep High Sch Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Hamline Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Sherwood Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago | 1.2 mi | 9.8 |
| Richards Career Academy HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Libby Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,142
Median Home Value
$251,600
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
64,268
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
35.2
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| Bushnell-Prairie City High Sch Bushnell, IL | 5.9 |
| Dakota Jr Sr High School Dakota, IL | 5.9 |
| Dee-Mack High School Mackinaw, IL | 5.9 |
| Galva Jr-Sr High School Galva, IL | 5.9 |
| Gillespie High School Gillespie, IL | 5.9 |
| Lawrenceville High School Lawrenceville, IL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tilden Career Communty Academy HS
What grades does Tilden Career Communty Academy HS serve?
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tilden Career Communty Academy HS?
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tilden Career Communty Academy HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Tilden Career Communty Academy HS is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tilden Career Communty Academy HS rank in IL?
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS ranks #2,146 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Tilden Career Communty Academy HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Tilden Career Communty Academy HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tilden Career Communty Academy HS has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tilden Career Communty Academy HS a charter school?
No, Tilden Career Communty Academy HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tilden Career Communty Academy HS a Title I school?
No, Tilden Career Communty Academy HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tilden Career Communty Academy HS?
84.5% of students at Tilden Career Communty Academy 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
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.7%
- Phone
- (773) 535-1625
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #322 of 621
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