Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cics - Basil Campus 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cics - Basil Campus's student population of 480 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 1800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cics - Basil Campus 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 Cics - Basil Campus is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
20%
28%
Black
80%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
96%
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 Cics - Basil Campus's ranking?
Cics - Basil Campus is ranked #2473 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cics - Basil Campus?
480 students attend Cics - Basil Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cics - Basil Campus students are Black, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cics - Basil Campus?
Cics - Basil Campus has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cics - Basil Campus offer ?
Cics - Basil Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cics - Basil Campus part of?
Cics - Basil Campus is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Cics - Basil Campus located?
Cics - Basil Campus is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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