Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School is a public four-year magnet high school located in the Austin neighborhood on the west side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. The school is named for African–American network television reporter and Chicago-based journalist Michele Clark.
Serving 453 students in grades 9-12, Clark Academy Prep Magnet 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School's student population of 453 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Black, Gold
School Motto
It's Always A Great Day To Be An Eagle!
School Rankings
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School 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 Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School 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
#3215 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
97%
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
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
39%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School's ranking?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School is ranked #3215 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School often compared to?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clemente Community Academy High School, Collins Academy Steam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School?
453 students attend Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School offer ?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School part of?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School located?
Clark Academy Prep Magnet High School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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