Academy Of Scholastic Achievement
Tel:
(773) 921-1315
- 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 16 thru 21 and we provide them with a holistic educational program rooted in academic rigor and personal, social development.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 10-12
- Students: 176 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Alternative School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Alternative School Network |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 10-12 |
| Year Founded | 1978 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 176 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 98% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 22:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 24 students |
| Average ACT score | 15 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Cassandra Covington |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 1 sport |
| Sports | BasketballBasketball |
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