Chicago Tech Academy is a high school in the Chicago University Village in Pilsen. Chicago Tech Opened in September 2009 as the city's first technology high school. The building was formerly Joseph Medill Elementary School.
Serving 315 students in grades 9-12, Chicago Technology Academy 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 ≤5% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Technology Academy High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Chicago Technology Academy 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 Chicago Technology Academy High School is 0.23, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
87%
16%
White
1%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Technology Academy High School's ranking?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is ranked #3352 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago Technology Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Chicago Technology Academy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chicago Technology Academy High School?
315 students attend Chicago Technology Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Chicago Technology Academy High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chicago Technology Academy High School offer ?
Chicago Technology Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chicago Technology Academy High School part of?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Technology Academy High School located?
Chicago Technology Academy High School is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.
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