Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp 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 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp's student population of 467 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp 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 Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp is 0.08, 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
#2012 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
85%
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 Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp's ranking?
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp is ranked #2012 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp?
467 students attend Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp?
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp offer ?
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp part of?
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp located?
Learn Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Auburn Gresham.
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