Serving 313 students in grades 6-12, Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus's student population of 313 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
17 teachers
School Rankings
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus 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 Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus is 0.10, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
95%
16%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus's ranking?
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus is ranked #3239 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus?
The graduation rate of Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus?
313 students attend Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus offer ?
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus part of?
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus located?
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus is located in the Near South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Near South Side.
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