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#1371 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 36% in state
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7836 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,371 of 3,813
In Chicago
#192 of 630
public schools
In district
#189 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS
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About Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,371 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst 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.
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS runs 21.2:1 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.
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst 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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Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS — Students at Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 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: 10.0/10.
How Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS Compares
See how Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst 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
7836 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Englewood STEM High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LEO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oglesby Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| LEO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Westcott Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Stagg Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Harvard Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| RAEKWON'S SCHOLASTIC DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST SABINA ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Gresham Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| King Academy of Social Justice Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Cuffe Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Bond Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Jackson M Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Cook Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Englewood STEM High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,805
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
66,511
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS
What grades does Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS serve?
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS?
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS rank in IL?
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS ranks #1,371 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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-community Youth Dev Inst HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS a charter school?
Yes, Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS a Title I school?
No, Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst HS?
92.9% of students at Yccs-community Youth Dev Inst 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
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 224-2273
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #189 of 621
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