Neal F. Simeon Career Academy, locally known simply as Simeon, is a public four-year vocational high school located in the Chatham area on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Simeon is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 1,138 students in grades 9-12, Simeon Career Academy High School 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simeon Career Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Simeon Career Academy High School's student population of 1,138 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Simeon Career Academy High School 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 Simeon Career Academy High School is 0.04, 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
#3425 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤1%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
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 Simeon Career Academy High School's ranking?
Simeon Career Academy High School is ranked #3425 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simeon Career Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Simeon Career Academy High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Simeon Career Academy High School?
1,138 students attend Simeon Career Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Simeon Career Academy High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simeon Career Academy High School?
Simeon Career Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Simeon Career Academy High School offer ?
Simeon Career Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Simeon Career Academy High School part of?
Simeon Career Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Simeon Career Academy High School located?
Simeon Career Academy High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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