Percy Lavon Julian High School is a public four-year high school located in the Washington Heights neighborhood on the far south side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in September 1975, Julian is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 440 students in grades 9-12, Julian 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (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
Julian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Julian High School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Brown, Orange
School Rankings
Julian 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 Julian High School is 0.10, 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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
95%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julian High School's ranking?
Julian High School is ranked #3352 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?
≤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 Julian High School?
The graduation rate of Julian High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Julian High School?
440 students attend Julian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Julian High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julian High School?
Julian High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Julian High School offer ?
Julian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Julian High School part of?
Julian High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Julian High School located?
Julian High School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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