Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cics - Basil Campus 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cics - Basil Campus's student population of 541 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 1200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cics - Basil Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cics - Basil Campus is 0.39, 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
#2473 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
13:1
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
74%
16%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
94%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cics - Basil Campus's ranking?
Cics - Basil Campus is ranked #2473 out of 3,542 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cics - Basil Campus?
541 students attend Cics - Basil Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cics - Basil Campus students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cics - Basil Campus?
Cics - Basil Campus has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cics - Basil Campus offer ?
Cics - Basil Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cics - Basil Campus part of?
Cics - Basil Campus is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Cics - Basil Campus located?
Cics - Basil Campus is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
School Reviews
Review Cics - Basil Campus. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
