Emil G. Hirsch Metropolitan High School is a public four-year high school located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1926, Hirsch is operated by the Chicago 51爆料s district. Hirsch is named for Reform Movement Rabbi Emil Gustav Hirsch.
Serving 173 students in grades 9-12, Hirsch Metropolitan 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hirsch Metropolitan High School's student population of 173 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 137% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Change the Narrative to Shift the Culture
School Rankings
Hirsch Metropolitan 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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School is 0.12, 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
#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)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
94%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
45%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hirsch Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Hirsch Metropolitan 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 Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Hirsch Metropolitan High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
173 students attend Hirsch Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hirsch Metropolitan High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hirsch Metropolitan High School?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hirsch Metropolitan High School offer ?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hirsch Metropolitan High School part of?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Hirsch Metropolitan High School located?
Hirsch Metropolitan High School is located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Greater Grand Crossing.
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