West Town Academy

2021 W Fulton St
Chicago, IL 60612

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West Town Academy includes school-to-work curriculum including college, career and vocational counseling; drama, yearbook, newspaper, student council, senior prom; ACT prep, college placement, and cultural enrichment field-trips; formal graduation with a state-certified diploma.

We accept students who are between 16 and 21 years of age; no longer in school; are responsible, committed to learning and punctual; and are ready to work to improve yourself and the community.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 10-12
Enrollment: 180 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 10-12

Student Body

Total Students

180 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Stats (2022-23)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 10-12
Enrollment: 180 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $10,536 for elementary schools and $17,857 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).