Serving 610 students in grades 6-12, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn 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
#3089 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
78%
47%
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 Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn's ranking?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is ranked #3089 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
The graduation rate of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
610 students attend Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn offer ?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn part of?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn located?
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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