Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Austin College And Career Academy High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin College And Career Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Austin College And Career Academy High School's student population of 217 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Austin College And Career Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin College And Career Academy High School is 0.20, 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
#2966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
89%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin College And Career Academy High School's ranking?
Austin College And Career Academy High School is ranked #2966 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Austin College And Career Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Austin College And Career Academy High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Austin College And Career Academy High School?
217 students attend Austin College And Career Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Austin College And Career Academy High School students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austin College And Career Academy High School?
Austin College And Career Academy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Austin College And Career Academy High School offer ?
Austin College And Career Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Austin College And Career Academy High School part of?
Austin College And Career Academy High School is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Austin College And Career Academy High School located?
Austin College And Career Academy High School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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