Serving 247 students in grades 9-12, Cics - Ralph Ellison 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus's student population of 247 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cics - Ralph Ellison 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 - Ralph Ellison Campus is 0.06, 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
#2966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
97%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
91%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus's ranking?
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus is ranked #2966 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus?
The graduation rate of Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus is 60-69%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus?
247 students attend Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus?
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus offer ?
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus part of?
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus located?
Cics - Ralph Ellison Campus is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Auburn Gresham.
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