BACK OF THE YARDS IB HIGH SCHOOL

Back of The Yards IB 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 1,064 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 65 teachers, Back of The Yards IB 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.

Back of the Yards College Preparatory High School (often referred to as Back of the Yards IB) is a selective-enrollment public high school located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it is academically rigorous, offering the prestigious IB Diploma Programme, which focuses on critical thinking, global awareness, and a challenging curriculum designed to prepare students for success in university environments. The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its modern facility, which was opened in 2013 to provide high-quality educational opportunities to local families while drawing students from across the city.

Beyond its core academics, the school emphasizes community engagement and personal growth. It offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive sports teams, academic clubs, and arts programs, aimed at developing well-rounded students. Because of its IB focus, the school encourages students to participate in community service and independent research projects. By combining high academic expectations with a supportive environment, Back of the Yards IB aims to foster leadership skills and post-secondary readiness among its students, positioning itself as a vital educational anchor for the South Side of Chicago.

For more information, contact Back of The Yards IB HS at (773) 535-7320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.