Ombudsman Chicago West 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)1%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)36%
26%
Black
(19-20)58%
17%
White
(19-20)3%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)1%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Ombudsman Chicago West?
263 students attend Ombudsman Chicago West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ombudsman Chicago West students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ombudsman Chicago West offer ?
Ombudsman Chicago West offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ombudsman Chicago West part of?
Ombudsman Chicago West is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Ombudsman Chicago West located?
Ombudsman Chicago West is located in the Tri Taylor neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Tri Taylor.
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