Little Black Pearl Arts 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 70-79%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
109 students
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)1%
26%
Black
(19-20)98%
17%
White
(19-20)n/a
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
89%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School often compared to?
Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Englewood Stem High School, King College Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School?
109 students attend Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School offer ?
Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School part of?
Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs District 299.
In what neighborhood is Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School located?
Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School is located in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Kenwood.
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