Robert E. Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is a public four-year selective enrollment high school and middle school located in the West Englewood neighborhood on the south side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Lindblom is operated by the Chicago Public School system.
Serving 1,360 students in grades 7-12, Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School's student population of 1,360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1917
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
68%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School's ranking?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is ranked #541 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School often compared to?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Occupational Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School?
1,360 students attend Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School offer ?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School part of?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School located?
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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