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
16:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
94%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B+
A-
B+
A-
B+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.5
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Reading Proficiency
42%
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Math Proficiency
22%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
69
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Full Time Teachers
69
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Teachers in First or Second Year
62.8%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1110
Math
570
Verbal
540
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Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
22
Science
21
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Number of AP Courses
9
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AP Math Enrollment
High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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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
31.1%
State Average
43%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
225:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.9%
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Female
46.1%
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Hispanic
88.7%
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Black
9.1%
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White
1.4%
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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
370 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
297 Students
Dominican University
207 Students
Illinois State University
198 Students
DePaul University
182 Students
Northern Illinois University
180 Students
Loyola University Chicago
152 Students
Northwestern University
101 Students
North Park University
95 Students
Michigan State University
90 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
93 Students
Business
83 Students
Psychology
64 Students
Computer Science
62 Students
Biology
60 Students
Criminology
47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
37 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
37 Students
Accounting
33 Students
Architecture
30 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/28/2025
As a former student, I had a mixed time at Speer, I loved the people I met and going there every day was alright, but some of the classes kinda did not prepare me for college
5/27/2025
As a sophmore ITW David Speer Academy is good when it comes to academics and college readiness but really pushes heads onto it. Although, they do take mental health into care, it seems as if they care more about the basis of your academics than what you're going through. Many of the teachers differ from the schoolwide policy which makes school much better but it is is more strict than what is to be meant.
5/27/2025
Hello, my experience with ITW David Speer Academy was definitely a journey I would appreciate and learn from. I have not just learned so much from the school but also just life. Learning and coping in many different ways helped me and is shaping me who I am today in college. The academics and rewards and not just what matter but the inner beauty and the person who is developing on the inside is what most matters.
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List Price Range
$140K - $681K
Homes For Sale
16
Average Home Value
$397,434
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
59%
Average Household Income
$82,822
% of College Grads
16.1%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,373 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
62.3%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
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- Pool
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- 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
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ITW Speer Academy is a charter 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 1,159 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. ITW Speer Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $397,434. Discover additional schools in the area, like Aspira Business & Finance High School, Douglass Academy High School, Changing Oasis, Inc, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near ITW Speer Academy.