OUTLOOK ACADEMY
Outlook Academy is a public high school that is part of the Thornton Twp HSD 205 school district, located in South Holland, IL with about 220 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 9 teachers, Outlook Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.
Outlook Academy, located in South Holland, Illinois, is an alternative educational institution primarily focused on providing a supportive and structured environment for students who may struggle in traditional school settings. The academy is designed to offer a personalized approach to learning, catering to students who benefit from smaller class sizes, individualized instruction, and a curriculum tailored to meet unique academic and social-emotional needs. By fostering a close-knit community, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to learning, improve their academic performance, and stay on track toward high school graduation.
Beyond its academic offerings, Outlook Academy emphasizes personal development and life skills. The program is committed to creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere where students can rebuild their confidence, develop responsible decision-making skills, and prepare for post-secondary opportunities. Through collaboration between staff, students, and families, the academy works to address the diverse challenges its students face, ultimately striving to empower them to reach their full potential and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact Outlook Academy at (312) 752-0367 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
South Holland, IL 60473-3400
(312) 752-0367
OUTLOOK ACADEMY is a public school in South Holland, IL with about 220 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Thornton Twp HSD 205
- Total Students:
- 220
- Teachers:
- 9
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 220 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending OUTLOOK ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 92% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 92.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.8%
- Two or more races
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 40.0%
- Male
- 60.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.