Amundsen High School
1,577 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Amundsen High School, located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, is a diverse, neighborhood-based public high school that serves a wide range of students from across the city. As part of Chicago Public Schools (CPS), the school is known for its commitment to providing a well-rounded academic experience, offering a variety of programs including International Baccalaureate (IB) tracks, honors courses, and a robust selection of extracurricular activities, such as athletics, arts, and competitive clubs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive community environment that emphasizes student growth, social-emotional learning, and preparation for post-secondary success.
In recent years, Amundsen has been recognized for its academic improvements and its dedication to equity and inclusivity. By prioritizing a personalized approach to education, the school seeks to meet the needs of its varied student population through strong partnerships with local community organizations and businesses. Its location on North Damen Avenue keeps it well-connected to the surrounding neighborhood, making it a central hub for student life and community engagement in the North Side of Chicago.
In recent years, Amundsen has been recognized for its academic improvements and its dedication to equity and inclusivity. By prioritizing a personalized approach to education, the school seeks to meet the needs of its varied student population through strong partnerships with local community organizations and businesses. Its location on North Damen Avenue keeps it well-connected to the surrounding neighborhood, making it a central hub for student life and community engagement in the North Side of Chicago.
1,577
Total Students
97.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 571 |
| Hispanic | 681 |
| Black | 124 |
| Asian | 113 |
| Two or More | 78 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Hispanic681 (43.2 %)
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White571 (36.2 %)
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Black124 (7.9 %)
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Asian113 (7.2 %)
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Two or More78 (4.9 %)
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American Indian6 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | City of Chicago SD 299 |
| Phone: | (773)534-2320 |
| Website: | http://www.cps.edu |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,577 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 97.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
386
Grade 10
370
Grade 11
416
Grade 12
405
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 386 |
| Grade 10 | 370 |
| Grade 11 | 416 |
| Grade 12 | 405 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 679 | 43.1% |
| Male | 898 | 56.9% |
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