Latino Youth High School in Chicago, IL, serves 134 co–educational students in grades 9 through 12 within the Marshall Square neighborhood.
Established in 1974, this nonsectarian alternative school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 with a total of 7 teachers.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Empowerment through Wellness
- School Mascot: Owl And Gecko
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Latino Youth High School?
The application deadline for Latino Youth High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Latino Youth High School located?
Latino Youth High School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Marshall Square.
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