Chicago HS for the Arts vs YCCS-Association House
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 1.0 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
YCCS-Association House
Chicago · Charter high · Grades 9–12
105 students
| Measure | Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago, Illinois | YCCS-Association House Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #491 of 691 | #665 of 691 |
| National rank | #14161 of 16,910 | #16678 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 578 | 105 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 105 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 92.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 52.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 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 9.0).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 5%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 92.4%).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 52.5).
- •Chicago HS for the Arts is the larger school with 578 students compared with 105.
- •Chicago HS for the Arts is a public school while YCCS-Association House is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 YCCS-Association House?
On the Success Index (US), Chicago HS for the Arts ranks higher (26.1 vs 9.0 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 YCCS-Association House?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chicago HS for the Arts: 578. YCCS-Association House: 105. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chicago HS for the Arts and YCCS-Association House rank in Illinois?
Chicago HS for the Arts is 491st of 691 and YCCS-Association House is 665th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).