UNIV OF CHICAGO CHTR-WOODLAWN

Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn is a public charter high school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 641 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below.

The University of Chicago Charter School (UCCS) – Woodlawn Campus is a selective-enrollment public charter school serving students in grades 6–12. Located in the historic Woodlawn neighborhood, the school operates under the umbrella of the University of Chicago’s Urban Education Institute. Its educational model is deeply rooted in the university’s research-based approach to pedagogy, emphasizing rigorous academic standards, critical thinking, and social-emotional development to prepare students for success in four-year colleges and universities.

Beyond its focus on core academics, Woodlawn is well-regarded for its robust college-prep culture and its commitment to the local community. The school integrates high-quality instruction with a range of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, arts programming, and community-based service learning. By leveraging its partnership with the University of Chicago, the school provides students with unique access to academic resources and mentorship, aiming to close the achievement gap and foster a generation of empowered, socially conscious leaders within the South Side of Chicago.

For more information, contact Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn at (773) 752-8101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.