UPLIFT COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

Uplift Community High School 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 241 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 19 teachers, Uplift Community High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Uplift Community High School, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, is a public secondary school operating under the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. Situated in a historic building at 900 W. Wilson Ave, the school serves a diverse urban population and emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum. It is known for its focus on social-emotional learning and its commitment to fostering a supportive, small-school environment that encourages academic achievement and personal growth among its students.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Uplift Community High School actively engages with the surrounding Uptown community through various partnerships and extracurricular initiatives. The school strives to prepare its students for life after graduation by offering programs designed to build leadership skills and professional readiness. By prioritizing an inclusive atmosphere and individualized student support, Uplift aims to empower its students to overcome local challenges and succeed in post-secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Uplift Community High School at (773) 534-2875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.