Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La's student population of 501 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2940 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
44%
28%
Black
49%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
93%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La's ranking?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La is ranked #2940 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La often compared to?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De Lais often viewed alongside schools like Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La?
The graduation rate of Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La is 80%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La?
501 students attend Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La offer ?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La part of?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La located?
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
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