Serving 109 students in grades 9-12, Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bronzeville Scholastic High School's student population of 109 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bronzeville Scholastic High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronzeville Scholastic High School is 0.15, 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
#1023 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
92%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
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 Bronzeville Scholastic High School's ranking?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is ranked #1023 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bronzeville Scholastic High School often compared to?
Bronzeville Scholastic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mollison Elementary School, Bronzeville Academy Charter 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
The graduation rate of Bronzeville Scholastic High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
109 students attend Bronzeville Scholastic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bronzeville Scholastic High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bronzeville Scholastic High School?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bronzeville Scholastic High School offer ?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bronzeville Scholastic High School part of?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bronzeville Scholastic High School located?
Bronzeville Scholastic High School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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