Below Average
#2991 of 3,813 schools in IL
Yccs Chtr - Chatham
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
9035 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
33.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
33.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,991 of 3,813
In Chicago
#493 of 630
public schools
In district
#485 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Yccs Chtr - Chatham
High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yccs Chtr - Chatham
Yccs Chtr - Chatham is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Yccs Chtr - Chatham serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 33.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Yccs Chtr - Chatham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,991 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Yccs Chtr - Chatham show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Yccs Chtr - Chatham 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 Yccs Chtr - Chatham 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.
Yccs Chtr - Chatham runs 33.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Yccs Chtr - Chatham — Students at Yccs Chtr - Chatham 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
92.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Yccs Chtr - Chatham Compares
See how Yccs Chtr - Chatham performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9035 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yccs Chtr - Chatham may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Harlan Community Academy HS (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech (rated 4.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington H Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| McDade Elem Classical School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Dixon Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL SCHOOL MAIN CAMPUS Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Schmid Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Neil Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| McDowell Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Gillespie Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Harlan Community Academy HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRISTIAN S.T.E.M. SCHOLARS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST JOHN DE LA SALLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Smith W Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| CICS - Avalon/South Shore Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Betty Shabazz Internl Charter Sch Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,403
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
59,892
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
43.3%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Astoria High School Astoria, IL | 4.9 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| COOP HS 7 Rossville, IL | 5.0 |
| Morrisonville High School Morrisonville, IL | 5.0 |
| Donovan Sr High School Donovan, IL | 4.8 |
| A-C Central High School Ashland, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yccs Chtr - Chatham
What grades does Yccs Chtr - Chatham serve?
Yccs Chtr - Chatham serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yccs Chtr - Chatham?
Yccs Chtr - Chatham has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yccs Chtr - Chatham?
The student-teacher ratio at Yccs Chtr - Chatham is 33.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yccs Chtr - Chatham rank in IL?
Yccs Chtr - Chatham ranks #2,991 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Yccs Chtr - Chatham's MySchoolScout rating?
Yccs Chtr - Chatham has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Yccs Chtr - Chatham?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yccs Chtr - Chatham has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Yccs Chtr - Chatham a charter school?
Yes, Yccs Chtr - Chatham is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yccs Chtr - Chatham a Title I school?
No, Yccs Chtr - Chatham is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yccs Chtr - Chatham?
92.1% of students at Yccs Chtr - Chatham 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
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 33.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 651-1500
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #485 of 621
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