Serving 87 students in grades 9-12, Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 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 Academy Englewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School's student population of 87 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Khaki and Black
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
We Believe.
School Rankings
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood 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 Academy Englewood High School is 0.13, 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
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
93%
16%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
55%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School's ranking?
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood 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 Academy Englewood High School?
The graduation rate of Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School?
87 students attend Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School?
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School offer ?
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School part of?
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School located?
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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