World Language High School
350 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
World Language High School, located in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering global citizenship through a specialized language-focused curriculum. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) network, the school emphasizes academic rigor with a specific mission to help students achieve fluency in multiple languages, often providing programs that bridge the gap between English and Spanish speakers. Its educational model is designed to prepare students for success in a diverse, interconnected global economy while simultaneously celebrating the cultural heritage of the surrounding community.
Beyond its core language instruction, World Language High School is known for its supportive, tight-knit learning environment. The school prioritizes social-emotional development and community involvement, encouraging students to take an active role in local and global issues. By integrating technology, extracurricular opportunities, and a commitment to post-secondary preparation, the school aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and cultural competence necessary to navigate both college and career paths in a modern, multilingual world.
Beyond its core language instruction, World Language High School is known for its supportive, tight-knit learning environment. The school prioritizes social-emotional development and community involvement, encouraging students to take an active role in local and global issues. By integrating technology, extracurricular opportunities, and a commitment to post-secondary preparation, the school aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and cultural competence necessary to navigate both college and career paths in a modern, multilingual world.
350
Total Students
30.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic | 343 |
| Black | 5 |
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Hispanic343 (98.0 %)
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Black5 (1.4 %)
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White2 (0.6 %)
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)535-4334 |
| Website: | http://www.cps.edu |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 350 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
118
Grade 10
76
Grade 11
75
Grade 12
81
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 118 |
| Grade 10 | 76 |
| Grade 11 | 75 |
| Grade 12 | 81 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 189 | 54% |
| Male | 161 | 46% |
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