Excellent
#432 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 11% in state
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
6201 S Stewart Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#432 of 3,813
In Chicago
#51 of 630
public schools
In district
#51 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS
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About Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS 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.
Test scores at Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood 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.
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS — Students at Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
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 Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS Compares
See how Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood 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
6201 S Stewart Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Noble St Chtr-Johnson Colg Prep (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Englewood STEM High School (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noble St Chtr-Johnson Colg Prep Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Barbara A Sizemore Campus Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Kershaw Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Sherwood Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Parker Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Englewood STEM High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CICS - Washington Pk Campus Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mays Elem Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Brownell Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Dulles Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| King Academy of Social Justice Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Holmes Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr Chicago | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,235
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
27,318
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
25%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
39.4
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| Spry Community Links High School Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY LP: CHICAGO- LINCOLN PARK Chicago, IL | 8.3 |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl Chicago, IL | 8.0 |
| Mt Olive High School Mount Olive, IL | 8.0 |
| SAFE HARBOR SCHOOL Manteno, IL | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS
What grades does Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS serve?
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS?
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS rank in IL?
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS ranks #432 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS a charter school?
Yes, Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS a Title I school?
No, Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS?
91.9% of students at Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 535-9724
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #51 of 621
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