Serving 213 students in grades 9-12, Legal Prep Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School's student population of 213 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Rankings
Legal Prep Academy 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 Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#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)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Legal Prep Academy Charter 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 Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
213 students attend Legal Prep Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legal Prep Academy Charter High School?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Legal Prep Academy Charter High School offer ?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School part of?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Legal Prep Academy Charter High School located?
Legal Prep Academy Charter High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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