Curie Metropolitan High School vs YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 487 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curie Metropolitan High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,099 students
YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership
Chicago · Charter high · Grades 9–12
100 students
| Measure | Curie Metropolitan High School Chicago, Illinois | YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #607 of 691 | #659 of 691 |
| National rank | #16050 of 16,910 | #16603 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,099 | 100 |
| Enrollment | 3,099 | 100 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 2.5% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 2.5% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Curie Metropolitan High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.0 vs 10.0).
- •Curie Metropolitan High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 2.5%).
- •Curie Metropolitan High School does better on reading proficiency (11% vs 2.5%).
- •YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 85.8%).
- •Curie Metropolitan High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 25.0).
- •Curie Metropolitan High School is the larger school with 3,099 students compared with 100.
- •Curie Metropolitan High School is a public school while YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Curie Metropolitan High School better than YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership?
On the Success Index (US), Curie Metropolitan High School ranks higher (15.0 vs 10.0 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 Curie Metropolitan High School and YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership?
About 487 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curie Metropolitan High School: 3,099. YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership: 100. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curie Metropolitan High School and YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership rank in Illinois?
Curie Metropolitan High School is 607th of 691 and YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership is 659th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).