SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE HIGH SCHOOL

School of Social Justice 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 285 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 20 teachers, School of Social Justice HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The School of Social Justice (SSJ), located in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, is a small, pilot school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. As part of the Social Justice High School campus, it is specifically designed to provide an academically rigorous environment that emphasizes civic engagement, community activism, and equity. The school’s curriculum is rooted in a philosophy that encourages students to analyze societal structures and identify ways to advocate for positive change in their local communities and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for fostering a tight-knit, supportive culture that prioritizes student voice and restorative justice practices. By integrating social justice themes into traditional subjects, the school aims to develop well-rounded graduates who are not only college-ready but also socially conscious leaders. Its location on the Kostner campus places it at the heart of a vibrant community, allowing the school to maintain strong ties with local organizations and families, which serves to reinforce its mission of empowering students to address the challenges facing their neighborhoods.

For more information, contact School of Social Justice HS at (773) 535-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.