Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, King Academy Of Social Justice 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 9:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Academy Of Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
King Academy Of Social Justice's student population of 213 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Empowering students to soar to greater heights.
School Rankings
King Academy Of Social Justice 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 King Academy Of Social Justice is 0.28, 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)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
84%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Academy Of Social Justice's ranking?
King Academy Of Social Justice is ranked #3215 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are King Academy Of Social Justice often compared to?
King Academy Of Social Justiceis often viewed alongside schools like Manierre Elementary 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).
How many students attend King Academy Of Social Justice?
213 students attend King Academy Of Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of King Academy Of Social Justice students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Academy Of Social Justice?
King Academy Of Social Justice has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does King Academy Of Social Justice offer ?
King Academy Of Social Justice offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is King Academy Of Social Justice part of?
King Academy Of Social Justice is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is King Academy Of Social Justice located?
King Academy Of Social Justice is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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