The Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School is part of the Chicago Public Schools system, enrolling over 500 students in the sixth through 12th grade. The school serves the city's Austin suburb on Chicago’s West Side. Named after the talented journalist and former Chicago resident, Michele E. Clark, the school flies its black and gold colors proudly as students pursue high academic standards and active involvement in their school community.
To promote STEM learning, educators at Michele Clark introduce students to advanced science, technology, engineering and math concepts early on to prepare them for successful college careers. The school also offers Advanced Placement classes in English, psychology and history.
The exterior walls of the school's building feature the incredible mural art of Chicago-based artist, Max Sansing. Born on the city's South Side, Sansing brings a photorealistic and technicolor quality to his large paintings of Austin's students.
Supporting the scholastic and personal development of every student, the Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School teaches its Eagles to soar, think critically and positively impact the world around them.
Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
5101 W Harrison St,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Beulah A Mcloyd
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
910
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
2.95
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
C-
C+
C
B+
A-
A-
B
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
2.95
Reading Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
33.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
910
Math
450
Verbal
460
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
21
Reading
20
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
525:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
Black
96.5%
Hispanic
3.1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
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.
Northern Illinois University
238 Students
Western Illinois University
185 Students
Illinois State University
162 Students
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
138 Students
University of Illinois Chicago
126 Students
Northeastern Illinois University
119 Students
DePaul University
102 Students
Roosevelt University
100 Students
Loyola University Chicago
91 Students
Northwestern University
89 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
139 Students
Nursing
74 Students
Psychology
35 Students
Small Business Management
25 Students
Cosmetology
25 Students
Real Estate
23 Students
Biology
22 Students
Entrepreneurship
18 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
17 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
16 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/8/2024
My experience with Michele Clark has been okay. My fellow schoolmates seem to be too noisy on most occasions, but the staff is excellent.
6/28/2023
My experience at Clark had been amazing so far . I love how you can connect with the staff around the building and they care for me like I'm their own . I also love how the teachers pushed me to my limit because I know that they want me to be the best version of myself that I can. Being at Clark was like being in a second family. And lastly I love how many opportunities Clark offer for me they give me the tools that I need to be successful.
6/2/2022
What I liked about Michele Clark was that the teachers was very helpful and always stood around to here our problems what I didn't like about Michele Clark was the school food
GreatSchools Reviews
8/17/2017
i worked here before and I must say it's s great school
2/14/2013
It may be a nice building, but a very dangerous and disgusting school. The students are out of control! No parent involvement and the LSC is a joke. Go somewhere else for an education.
1/19/2013
nice building but a very violent place to learn and teach!how is this a magnet school and the students are a wild?the smart kids are still going to whitney young!
9/22/2012
A total joke of a school. Students are completely direspectful! Bad neighborhood. LSC is a waste of time. They do not know what they are doing. Find a better school. I took my children out!
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List Price Range
$110K - $537K
Homes For Sale
50
Average Home Value
$286,860
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Average Household Income
$54,360
% of College Grads
12.9%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,963 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
74.0%
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Moore Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
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Hazelnut Park
- Playground
LaFollette Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
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Austin Park
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Hubbard Park
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Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet 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. The school has a total enrollment of 492 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 5% are proficient in reading. Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 2.95, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 910 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $286,860. Discover additional schools in the area, like J Sterling Morton Freshman Center, Douglass Academy High School, Austin College & Career Academy High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School.