Serving 832 students in grades 9-12, Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 76% 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: 832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences's student population of 832 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences 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 Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences is 0.64, 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
#2160 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
23%
28%
Black
51%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
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 Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences's ranking?
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences is ranked #2160 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences?
The graduation rate of Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences?
832 students attend Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences students are Black, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences?
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences offer ?
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences part of?
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences located?
Chicago High School For Agricult Sciences is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Greenwood.
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Date
Quarter IV Ends/Report Card Distribution/Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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