ITW David Speer Academy is a high school that serves students in ninth through 12th grade. It is one of 18 schools in the Noble public charter school network in Chicago and one of the highest ranked high schools in Illinois, according to U.S. News and World Report. Opening in 2014, ITW David Speer Academy was Noble’s first campus focused on a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) curriculum.
The school's goal is to expose students to STEM careers while preparing them for college. The school offers Advanced Placement classes in chemistry, calculus, physics, environmental science and computer science. Elective courses include aquatic science, engineering, welding and performing arts. ITW David Speer Academy has a slate of extracurricular activities for students, including math club, yoga club, gardening club, girls who code, Black student union and student council. Those looking for more physical activities can participate in school sports, such as football, soccer, volleyball, rugby, baseball, softball, cross country, and track and field. ITW David Speer Academy is a public charter school that
ITW Speer Academy
School Details
Head of School
Tom Mulder
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
13%
Reading Proficiency
13%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B+
A
A-
A-
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
13%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
63
Full Time Teachers
63
Teachers in First or Second Year
62.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
560
Verbal
530
Average ACT
21
Math
22
English
21
Reading
20
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
225:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.9%
Female
45.1%
Hispanic
87.9%
Black
10.5%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Interested in learning more about homes nearby? Reach out to Grace Zareba, an agent with experience near this school.
Specialty School Programs
AP 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
356 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
285 Students
DePaul University
211 Students
Dominican University
210 Students
Illinois State University
194 Students
Northern Illinois University
191 Students
Loyola University Chicago
169 Students
Northwestern University
113 Students
Western Illinois University
88 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
86 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
84 Students
Business
79 Students
Computer Science
70 Students
Biology
57 Students
Psychology
56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
44 Students
Criminology
35 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
30 Students
Architecture
29 Students
Accounting
28 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/14/2024
My experience at ITW David Speer Academy was wonderful. They take college very seriously towards their students and encourages them to continue to a 4-year school. Moreover, there is a lot to do here after school, either it's sports or clubs. However, it is a very small school and it's a bit dangerous during passing periods. Also not a lot of AP classrooms. Something I would like to see change is, hearing about the students and parents feedback to make our school better and safer.
8/11/2024
During my last 3 years I have experienced a lot of changes. This school has gotten me ready for college by giving me hard courses and forcing me to work hard everyday. There's a bunch of different sports and opportunities to get involved.
6/12/2024
ITW David Speer Academy is an overall good school to attend. There are lots of programs, sports and activities to get into. The teachers are very helpful and nice.
Agents Specializing Near This School
-
Grace Zareba
Grace Zareba
Responds QuicklyLandmark Realtors
(773) 902-0462
35 Total Sales
5 Near This School
$127K - $487K Price Range
-
Gina Ziobro
Gina Ziobro
Listing Leaders Northwest, Inc
(708) 360-7866
185 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$170,000 Price
-
Andrea Maldonado
Andrea Maldonado
Realty of America, LLC
(866) 720-6171
100 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$260K - $300K Price Range
-
Arianne Kendrick
Arianne Kendrick
Coldwell Banker Realty
(708) 316-0896
25 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$352K - $500K Price Range
-
Angelica Jones
Angelica Jones
Responds QuicklyMain Street Real Estate Group
(224) 287-9248
61 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$262K - $505K Price Range
-
Jessica Lee
Jessica Lee
(219) 240-0717
80 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$392,400 Price
Map
About Cragin
List Price Range
$150K - $600K
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$360,316
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
59%
Household Income
$78,237
% of College Grads
16.5%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
2,216 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
56.0%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Blackhawk Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Pool
Kilbourn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Schiller Woods
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Hermosa Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Cragin Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Chopin Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Galewood Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Belmont Central
A densely populated residential community in Chicago’s iconic bungalow belt
Belmont Gardens
Dive into this culturally rich, urban neighborhood just west of Logan Square
Hermosa
Blue-collar community with strong manufacturing roots and rich Latin culture
South Old Irving Park
Small Irving Park community filled with community spaces and local shops
Kilbourn Park
Walkable neighborhood near other popular Chicago areas
Portage Park
Culture and community combine with convenience in Chicago’s suburbs