Chicago HS for the Arts vs Kelvyn Park High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chicago HS for the Arts
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
578 students
Kelvyn Park High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 7–12
577 students
| Measure | Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago, Illinois | Kelvyn Park High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #491 of 691 | #612 of 691 |
| National rank | #14161 of 16,910 | #16110 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 578 | 577 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 577 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 80.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chicago HS for the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 14.6).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on math proficiency (17% vs 2.5%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 7.5%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 80.4%).
- •Kelvyn Park High School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 18.1).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts is the larger school with 578 students compared with 577.
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 HS for the Arts better than Kelvyn Park High School?
On the Success Index (US), Chicago HS for the Arts ranks higher (26.1 vs 14.6 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 HS for the Arts and Kelvyn Park High School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chicago HS for the Arts: 578. Kelvyn Park High School: 577. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chicago HS for the Arts and Kelvyn Park High School rank in Illinois?
Chicago HS for the Arts is 491st of 691 and Kelvyn Park High School is 612th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).