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
14:1
Average SAT Score
920
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
2.95
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
C-
C+
C
A-
A-
A
B-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
2.95
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Reading Proficiency
5%
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Math Proficiency
5%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
33
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Full Time Teachers
33
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Teachers in First or Second Year
33.3%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
920
Math
450
Verbal
460
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Average ACT
20
Math
20
English
21
Reading
21
Science
20
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Number of AP Courses
2
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AP Pass Rate
0%
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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
Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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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
2.6%
State Average
43%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
525:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
54.2%
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Female
45.8%
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Black
97.4%
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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.
Northern Illinois University
236 Students
Western Illinois University
171 Students
Illinois State University
166 Students
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
134 Students
University of Illinois Chicago
123 Students
Northeastern Illinois University
110 Students
DePaul University
96 Students
Roosevelt University
93 Students
Loyola University Chicago
87 Students
Northwestern University
81 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
140 Students
Nursing
71 Students
Psychology
34 Students
Small Business Management
27 Students
Cosmetology
25 Students
Real Estate
24 Students
Biology
19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
18 Students
Entrepreneurship
18 Students
Accounting
17 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/12/2024
Being at Michele Clark had been an interesting experience. My favorite part about being here is the friends I've made and the teachers I've grown close with the only problem is say I have is the resources and the environment. I'd like to see this school get an upgrade weather that be a new gym or a new building for sports I think we'd benefit from the space
6/27/2023
overall, my four years of Michele clark was amazing. I had my ups and downs not even with the students or staff. It was a fight with myself continuing to go to class and make it to school do homework in school. My challenge was known as students and staff, I was a very shy person, but I came in my shell, and on top of that I love hoping to community of Michele clark. I did Jarrett TC for four years. I hope Planned Parenthood also with some events did freshman connection to learn more about the new students are Freshmans going on my Junior won on senior year. And let's not forget about the staff who is dead by my side, every step of the way of this battle that I went through.
12/16/2022
My high school Michele clark has granted me with many diverse learning experiences I met many great people and was able to build many connections lastly my high school has given me core skills so I could become my best self both academically and with my everyday life.
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
$119K - $617K
Homes For Sale
39
Average Home Value
$298,920
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
2,155 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
72.9%
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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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 492 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. 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 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 2.95, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 920 and an ACT score of 20. The average home value in this area is $298,920. Discover additional schools in the area, like Excel Safe Academy West, Douglass Academy High School, Prosser Career Academy, 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.