Lake View High School

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Lake View High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4015 N Ashland Ave,  Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
3.7
4.3
1,455 Students
B-
Niche Grade
Lakeview High School enrolls 1,379 students who enjoy an average class size of 26 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. The school’s beautiful brick building at 4015 North Ashland Ave. was first built in 1886, although the school itself is one of Lakeview's oldest as it was first established in 1874. Receiving over $9 million in college scholarships, Lakeview High School has also been recognized for making exemplary scholastic gains among its students. Lakeview High is part of the City of Chicago School District 299, and its students enthusiastically wear red and white to spotlight their school pride at every game or match. The school boasts a wide variety of sports including water polo, volleyball, football and many more. There are several extracurricular activities available which include chess club, journalism club, poetry workshops, the science club and technology club. With its variety of academic, athletic and extracurricular offerings, Lakeview High School truly provides something for everyone.

School Details

Head of School
Lilith C Werner
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
84%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
100
Full Time Teachers
100
Teachers in First or Second Year
14%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
22
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
23.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
27.2%
State Average
43%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
226:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Hispanic
73.7%
Black
12.8%
White
7.1%
Asian
3.4%
Two or more races
2.3%

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 372 Students
Loyola University Chicago 248 Students
DePaul University 246 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 217 Students
Northern Illinois University 159 Students
Northeastern Illinois University 149 Students
Northwestern University 148 Students
Illinois State University 132 Students
Dominican University 118 Students
University of Chicago 99 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 120 Students
Psychology 96 Students
Nursing 88 Students
Computer Science 58 Students
Biology 48 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 48 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 44 Students
Architecture 35 Students
Accounting 32 Students
Criminology 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 300 Reviews
5.0 Senior
6/3/2024
My experience at lake view high school was great the memory's I made we great and meet new people that I made connections with and some I won't forget.
5.0 Senior
5/20/2024
My name is yasmeen mujahid I have attended Lakeview School for 4 years . my experiences when I was a freshman I had to do online virtual classes because of covid I didn't get the help I needed and struggled with the work they assigned also couldn't have conversations with people there . in my junior year students went back to school in the few weeks my teacher told me to do a project about all about me and i had to present to the class after finishing my project everyone had to present it i just didn't want to do cause i had to speaks in front of everybody. Until my teacher called on me and said it was my turn I went to present but I  felt nervous and didn't want to do it until I looked at my friend who was supporting me and also telling me to be confident by that moment I had gained dependence presented my project this experience taught me to be brave also not be shy for everything cause it will provide me in the future when at college at jobs interview also workplaces.
4.0 Senior
10/16/2023
The people are pretty questionable, the teachers are phenomenal, the bathrooms are nasty, and the school seems to care about the students. I want to see the school crack down on homophobia because people get away with saying that. And last but not least the security guards are creepy.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/29/2026
Love Lake View High School. We moved to Chicago from out of state and were looking at several Chicago schools. We toured Lake View and knew it was for us. The school is so vibrant and alive, lots of art inside and out, teacher engagement and a great principal. The school is big enough to have lots o...
5.0 parent
4/28/2026
Lakeview has been a great fit for our family. they offer great opportunities for students in and out of the classroom.
5.0 parent
1/20/2025
Our son goes to Lake View. He loves it. The kids there are great. And the teachers have all been great.
5.0 parent
1/9/2024
I’m a proud Wildcat parent of a senior!! My kid has been challenged and supported in every level! My student is an athlete, and involved in several extra curricular opportunities at school and through their partnerships outside. Academically, the school has offered a wide range of opportunities (AP,...

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Lake View 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 1,455 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Lake View 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 3.4, the graduation rate is 84%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $1,202,424. Discover additional schools in the area, like Amundsen High School, Lane Tech College Prep High School, DeVry Advantage Academy High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lake View High School.

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