Serving 176 students in grades 6-8, Learn Chtr - Middle 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 11% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Learn Chtr - Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Learn Chtr - Middle School's student population of 176 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 180% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Learn Chtr - Middle 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 Learn Chtr - Middle 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
#3136 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
95%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
75%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Learn Chtr - Middle School's ranking?
Learn Chtr - Middle School is ranked #3136 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Learn Chtr - Middle School?
176 students attend Learn Chtr - Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Learn Chtr - Middle School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Learn Chtr - Middle School?
Learn Chtr - Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Learn Chtr - Middle School offer ?
Learn Chtr - Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Learn Chtr - Middle School part of?
Learn Chtr - Middle School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Learn Chtr - Middle School located?
Learn Chtr - Middle 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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