Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)8%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)31%
26%
Black
(19-20)38%
17%
White
(19-20)23%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
20%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Project Challenge often compared to?
Project Challengeis often viewed alongside schools like Philip J Rock Center & School, Transition by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Project Challenge?
13 students attend Project Challenge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Project Challenge students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What school district is Project Challenge part of?
Project Challenge is part of Southwest Cook Cooperative Special Education School District.
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