Manley Career Academy High School is a public four-year high school located in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on the West Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1928, Manley is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 193 students in grades 9-12, Manley Career 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 ≤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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (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
Top Rankings
Manley Career Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Manley Career Academy High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Honoring the Past. Embracing the Present. Building the Future.
School Rankings
Manley Career 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 Manley Career Academy High School is 0.19, 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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
90%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
38%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manley Career Academy High School's ranking?
Manley Career Academy High School 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 Manley Career Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Manley Career Academy High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manley Career Academy High School?
193 students attend Manley Career Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Manley Career Academy High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manley Career Academy High School?
Manley Career Academy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manley Career Academy High School offer ?
Manley Career Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Manley Career Academy High School part of?
Manley Career Academy High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Manley Career Academy High School located?
Manley Career Academy High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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