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#1613 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 42% in state
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2920 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,613 of 3,813
In Chicago
#230 of 630
public schools
In district
#226 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,613 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% 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 96 students, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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.
99% of students at Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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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Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership — Students at Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership score 15% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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-mckinley-lakeside Leadership Compares
See how Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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
2920 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Air Force Acad High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chicago Military Academy HS (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Healy Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,841
Median Home Value
$387,300
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
54,456
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.4
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| Annawan High School Annawan, IL | 6.5 |
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| Edinburg High School Edinburg, IL | 6.5 |
| Flanagan-Cornell High School Flanagan, IL | 6.5 |
| Grant Park High School Grant Park, IL | 6.5 |
| YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
What grades does Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership serve?
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership?
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership?
The student-teacher ratio at Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership rank in IL?
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership ranks #1,613 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership's MySchoolScout rating?
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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-mckinley-lakeside Leadership?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership a charter school?
Yes, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership a Title I school?
No, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership?
92.7% of students at Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership 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
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 99.0%
- Phone
- (312) 949-5010
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #226 of 621
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