Northside Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a great day to be a Husky!
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)4%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)52%
26%
Black
(19-20)21%
17%
White
(19-20)20%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chicago 51爆料s District 299
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northside Learning Center often compared to?
Northside Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lane Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Northside Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northside Learning Center?
220 students attend Northside Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northside Learning Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Northside Learning Center offer ?
Northside Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northside Learning Center part of?
Northside Learning Center is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Northside Learning Center located?
Northside Learning Center is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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