Chicago Academy High School vs Chicago HS for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chicago Academy High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
580 students
Chicago HS for the Arts
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
578 students
| Measure | Chicago Academy High School Chicago, Illinois | Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #515 of 691 | #491 of 691 |
| National rank | #14648 of 16,910 | #14161 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 580 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chicago HS for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 23.6).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 77.2%).
- •Chicago Academy High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 18.1).
- •Chicago Academy High School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 578.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago Academy High School better than Chicago HS for the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Chicago HS for the Arts ranks higher (26.1 vs 23.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chicago Academy High School and Chicago HS for the Arts?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chicago Academy High School: 580. Chicago HS for the Arts: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chicago Academy High School and Chicago HS for the Arts rank in Illinois?
Chicago Academy High School is 515th of 691 and Chicago HS for the Arts is 491st of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).