Carl Schurz High School is a public four-year high school located in the Irving Park neighborhood on the northwest side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. The school is named after German–American Carl Schurz, a statesman, soldier, and advocate of democracy in Germany.
Serving 1,244 students in grades 9-12, Schurz 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schurz High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Schurz High School's student population of 1,244 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schurz 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 Schurz High School is 0.32, 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
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
82%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schurz High School's ranking?
Schurz High School is ranked #3447 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Schurz High School?
The graduation rate of Schurz High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Schurz High School?
1,244 students attend Schurz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Schurz High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schurz High School?
Schurz High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schurz High School offer ?
Schurz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Schurz High School part of?
Schurz High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Schurz High School located?
Schurz High School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.
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