WELLS COMMUNITY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

Wells Community Academy HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 380 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Wells Community Academy HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wells Community Academy High School, located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, is a historic institution that serves a diverse student body with a focus on preparing graduates for college and career success. As a neighborhood high school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, it emphasizes community engagement and providing a supportive, inclusive environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic standards with opportunities for personal growth, often leveraging its location in a vibrant, evolving urban area to connect students with local resources and professional pathways.

Beyond its core academics, Wells Community Academy is known for offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and specialized programs that cater to the varied interests of its students. The school actively promotes a culture of collaboration, aiming to foster strong relationships between teachers, families, and the surrounding community to ensure student well-being. By focusing on both intellectual development and social-emotional learning, Wells strives to empower its students to become contributing members of society and well-equipped for the challenges of life after graduation.

For more information, contact Wells Community Academy HS at (773) 534-7010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.