Serving 622 students in grades 7-12, Marine Leadership Academy - Ames ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames's student population of 622 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3217 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
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 Marine Leadership Academy - Ames's ranking?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is ranked #3217 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
The graduation rate of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
622 students attend Marine Leadership Academy - Ames.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marine Leadership Academy - Ames?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marine Leadership Academy - Ames offer ?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marine Leadership Academy - Ames part of?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marine Leadership Academy - Ames located?
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames is located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Logan Square.
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