Lake View High School is a public four-year high school located in the Lake View neighborhood on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Lake View is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 1,461 students in grades 9-12, Lake View 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 1,461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake View High School's student population of 1,461 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1874
Colors
White, Red
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Proud of our Past. Committed to our Present. Poised for our Future.
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Lake View High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake View 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
#2793 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
73%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake View High School's ranking?
Lake View High School is ranked #2793 out of 3,542 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake View High School?
The graduation rate of Lake View High School is 84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake View High School?
1,461 students attend Lake View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lake View High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake View High School?
Lake View High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake View High School offer ?
Lake View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake View High School part of?
Lake View High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake View High School located?
Lake View High School is located in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View.
School Reviews
3 8/25/2023
Great info. Things certainly have changed over the last 55 yrs.
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