Serving 403 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Military 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Military Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phoenix Military Academy High School's student population of 403 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Phoenix Military 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 Phoenix Military Academy High School is 0.31, 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
#2626 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
82%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
55%
27%
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 Phoenix Military Academy High School's ranking?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is ranked #2626 out of 3,426 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Military Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Military Academy High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Phoenix Military Academy High School?
403 students attend Phoenix Military Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Phoenix Military Academy High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Military Academy High School?
Phoenix Military Academy High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Military Academy High School offer ?
Phoenix Military Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix Military Academy High School part of?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Military Academy High School located?
Phoenix Military Academy High School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Near West Side.
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