Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue's student population of 499 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue 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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue is 0.08, 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
#3138 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
77%
47%
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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue's ranking?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue is ranked #3138 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue?
499 students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue offer ?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue part of?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue located?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue is located in the Oakland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakland.
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