Amundsen High School is the only public high school in the Ravenswood neighborhood. The school adjoins Winnemac Park on the east, opposite Eliza Chappell Elementary School. Amundsen serves nearly 1,500 students in ninth through twelfth grades.
The school works to prepare independent thinking learners that have the mathematics, languages, arts, sciences and technology literacy to succeed in their post high school careers.
Students at the high school can participate in an International Baccalaureate Programme, which provides qualifications recognized by many higher education entities worldwide. Other academic offerings include advanced placement courses, career technical education, dual credit courses that translate into college credit and classes specific to STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
In addition to a variety of academic offerings, students at Amundsen can participate in more than 40 sports teams. Sports offered include cross country, golf, soccer, swimming, basketball, football, cheer, dance and more. Other activities offered include chess club, eSports, school newspaper, creative writing club and many more.
Amundsen High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
5110 N Damen Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Anna Pavichevich
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
70%
Average GPA
3.29
Graduation Rate
91%
Niche Grade
B
A-
B
B+
B
A-
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.29
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Reading Proficiency
70%
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Math Proficiency
51%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
101
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Full Time Teachers
101
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Teachers in First or Second Year
8%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1090
Math
550
Verbal
550
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Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
24
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Number of AP Courses
1
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AP Pass Rate
26.9%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
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AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Average
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
49.4%
State Average
43%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
292:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
54.1%
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Female
45.9%
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White
45.6%
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Hispanic
37%
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Black
6.5%
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Asian
6.4%
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Two or more races
4.2%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Chicago
464 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
325 Students
Loyola University Chicago
306 Students
DePaul University
296 Students
Northwestern University
194 Students
Northeastern Illinois University
184 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
181 Students
Illinois State University
167 Students
Michigan State University
162 Students
Northern Illinois University
151 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
171 Students
Psychology
125 Students
Nursing
105 Students
Computer Science
86 Students
Biology
71 Students
Marketing
68 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
62 Students
Finance
47 Students
Criminology
47 Students
Political Science and Government
42 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/27/2025
Amundsen High school has its ups and downs like any other high school. For it being a non- selective enrollment school it's number 6 for the best CPS high schools in Chicago. I agree with this rating. I transferred to Amundsen in the middle of my junior year from North Carolina and the speediness they transferred me and got me ready for my classes was impressive. I never felt rushed or behind and I managed to pass all my classes and increase my GPA.
8/14/2024
It's pretty good for a Chicago Public school. It's small enough that the teachers know who you are and care about you. It is overcrowded and sometimes the security team seems to find anything to yell about.
12/12/2023
The bathrooms are disgusting and filthy. The teachers are very good for the school environment same with the staff.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/20/2025
Let me spin you a yarn about Amundsen High in Chicago, where my daughter’s spent the last three years sharpening her wits and her pencils under the watchful eyes of folks who actually know her name. They’ve got an International Baccalaureate program so fine-tuned it could teach a cat to juggle, yet...
5/5/2022
This is one of the best schools in the district. The principal and staff are doing a phenomenal job and the quality is great. Their IB program is probably best in Chicago. The school is also located in beautiful surroundings and have a very active and supportive community. I am really happy my child...
3/3/2022
Son attends here and is thriving in the hands on, supportive and academically challenging IB program. Administration is amazing and responsive. Students and parents can feel the warmth and genuine caring teachers and admin have for them and the school. Viking culture is welcoming and diverse. Sports...
12/3/2018
Wonderful teachers, staff and leadership. Excellent curriculum and athletic programs
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Amundsen High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Chicago, IL and is served by the Chicago Public Schools in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,524 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Amundsen High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.29, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $1,003,818. Discover additional schools in the area, like DeVry Advantage Academy High School, Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Senter, Lake View High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Amundsen High School.