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#1612 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 42% in state
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2001 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,612 of 3,813
In Chicago
#229 of 630
public schools
In district
#225 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS
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About Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,612 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Yccs-latino Youth Alternative 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 Yccs-latino Youth Alternative 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.
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative 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-latino Youth Alternative HS — Students at Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
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: 9.9/10.
How Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS Compares
See how Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2001 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spry Community Links High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IJLA Charter High School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Telpochcalli Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Plamondon Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Spry Elem Community School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Spry Community Links High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Kanoon Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Johnson Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Collins Academy High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| North Lawndale Prep Chtr-Collins Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Pickard Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| IHSCA Charter High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Legacy Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Farragut Career Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| North Lawndale Prep Chtr - Christ Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| IJLA Charter High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annawan High School Annawan, IL | 6.5 |
| Flanagan-Cornell High School Flanagan, IL | 6.5 |
| Grant Park High School Grant Park, IL | 6.5 |
| Okaw Valley High School Bethany, IL | 6.5 |
| Pope Co High School Golconda, IL | 6.5 |
| Serena High School Serena, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS
What grades does Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS serve?
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS?
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS rank in IL?
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS ranks #1,612 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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-latino Youth Alternative HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS a charter school?
Yes, Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS a Title I school?
No, Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yccs-latino Youth Alternative HS?
92.6% of students at Yccs-latino Youth Alternative 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
- 162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 648-2130
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #225 of 621
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