Serving 167 students in grades 9-12, Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville 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 ≤10% (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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School's student population of 167 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville 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 Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3156 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
48%
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 Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School's ranking?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is ranked #3156 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?
≤10% 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 Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
The graduation rate of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
167 students attend Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School offer ?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School part of?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School located?
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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