Fenger Academy High School is a public four-year high school located in the Roseland neighborhood on the far south side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Fenger is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district. The school is named for Danish surgeon Christian Fenger. Fenger opened in 1893.
Serving 312 students in grades 9-12, Fenger 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 ≤5% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fenger Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fenger Academy High School's student population of 312 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Green, Red
School Motto
Believe Bigger, Aim Higher!!
School Rankings
Fenger Academy 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 Fenger Academy High School is 0.13, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
93%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fenger Academy High School's ranking?
Fenger Academy High School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fenger Academy High School often compared to?
Fenger Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foreman High School, Evergreen Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Fenger Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Fenger Academy High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fenger Academy High School?
312 students attend Fenger Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fenger Academy High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fenger Academy High School?
Fenger Academy High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fenger Academy High School offer ?
Fenger Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fenger Academy High School part of?
Fenger Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Fenger Academy High School located?
Fenger Academy High School is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
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