Sullivan House Alternative High School (Closed 2006)

8164 S South Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60617
Sullivan House Alternative High School in Chicago, IL serves 123 students in grades 9 through 12 within a nonsectarian, central city alternative school setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a total of 11 teachers supporting its co–ed enrollment.
Sullivan House is a member of the Alternative School Network and provides education exclusively for high school students.
The student body at Sullivan House is 100% students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Chicago community.
Located in central Chicago, this alternative high school offers an option for families seeking a nonsectarian program within the city.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
123 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Sullivan House Alternative High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Sullivan House Alternative High School?
The application deadline for Sullivan House Alternative High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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