Academy Of Scholastic Achievem

4651 W. Madison, Chicago, IL, 60644-0606
Tel: (773)921-1315
Grades: 9 - 12 | 194 students
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The Academy of Scholastic Achievement, Inc., a Youth Connection Charter School Campus (YCCS), is a non-profit, public alternative high school committed to providing a quality education to high school dropouts and students who are disconnected from traditional public schools. Founded in 1978 and accredited by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), ASA is a member of the Alternative Schools Network (ASN). We serve at-risk students, between the ages of 15 and 19, and we provide them with a holistic educational program rooted in academic rigor and personal, social development.

School Overview:
Academy Of Scholastic Achievem
School Type Alternative School
School Membership(s) Alternative School Network
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1978
Student Body
Total Students 194 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 100% (IL School Avg.: 38%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 22:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 24 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Admissions Director Cassandra Covington
Sports
Total Sports Offered 1 sports
Sports
Basketball

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