Sullivan High School is a public four-year high school located in the Rogers Park neighborhood on the north side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Sullivan is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district. Opened in 1926, the school is named for businessman and Illinois politician Roger Charles Sullivan.
Serving 766 students in grades 9-12, Sullivan 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sullivan High School's student population of 766 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sullivan 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 Sullivan High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#3215 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
41%
28%
Black
31%
16%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
56%
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 Sullivan High School's ranking?
Sullivan High School is ranked #3215 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sullivan High School?
The graduation rate of Sullivan High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sullivan High School?
766 students attend Sullivan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sullivan High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sullivan High School?
Sullivan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sullivan High School offer ?
Sullivan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sullivan High School part of?
Sullivan High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan High School located?
Sullivan High School is located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Rogers Park.
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