Serving 979 students in grades 9-12, Goode Stem 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goode Stem Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Goode Stem Academy High School's student population of 979 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goode Stem Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goode Stem Academy High School is 0.45, 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
#3353 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
31%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
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 Goode Stem Academy High School's ranking?
Goode Stem Academy High School is ranked #3353 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Goode Stem Academy High School often compared to?
Goode Stem Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bogan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goode Stem Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Goode Stem Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Goode Stem Academy High School?
979 students attend Goode Stem Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Goode Stem Academy High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goode Stem Academy High School?
Goode Stem Academy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goode Stem Academy High School offer ?
Goode Stem Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Goode Stem Academy High School part of?
Goode Stem Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Goode Stem Academy High School located?
Goode Stem Academy High School is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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