Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Spry Community Links High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spry Community Links High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spry Community Links High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Spry Community Links High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spry Community Links High School is 0.04, 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
#1355 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
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 Spry Community Links High School's ranking?
Spry Community Links High School is ranked #1355 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spry Community Links High School?
The graduation rate of Spry Community Links High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spry Community Links High School?
60 students attend Spry Community Links High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Spry Community Links High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spry Community Links High School?
Spry Community Links High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spry Community Links High School offer ?
Spry Community Links High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spry Community Links High School part of?
Spry Community Links High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spry Community Links High School located?
Spry Community Links High School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Marshall Square.
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