Serving 993 students in grades 7-12, Intrinsic Charter 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Intrinsic Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Intrinsic Charter High School's student population of 993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
993 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Intrinsic Charter 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 Intrinsic Charter High School 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
#2799 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
95%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
3%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intrinsic Charter High School's ranking?
Intrinsic Charter High School is ranked #2799 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 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Intrinsic Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Intrinsic Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Intrinsic Charter High School?
993 students attend Intrinsic Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Intrinsic Charter High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Intrinsic Charter High School?
Intrinsic Charter High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Intrinsic Charter High School offer ?
Intrinsic Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Intrinsic Charter High School part of?
Intrinsic Charter High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Intrinsic Charter High School located?
Intrinsic Charter High School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
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