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 31 teachers has grown by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)2%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)18%
26%
Black
(19-20)18%
17%
White
(19-20)60%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
25%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Southwest Cook Cooperative Special Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Transition often compared to?
Transitionis often viewed alongside schools like Project Challenge, Speed Independence High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Transition?
176 students attend Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Transition students are White, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Transition part of?
Transition is part of Southwest Cook Cooperative Special Education School District.
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