At a glance
Reported students
1,431
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
99.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 965 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
411
Lake View High School: 1,431 reported students.
State peer staffing position
68th percentile
14.4:1 reported; state peer median 12.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,436
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.5:1
What the reported data says about Lake View High School
Lake View High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Chicago. It is one of 641 current school records connected to Chicago Public Schools District 299. NCES reports 1,431 students for 2024–25.
Among 965 high schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 254 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.4:1, above the Illinois median of 12.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (72.9%) and Black (12.8%). English learners represent 14.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 15 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lake View High School
- 1How do the reported 14.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 99.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 14.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 75.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.9%
- Hispanic72.9%
- Black12.8%
- Asian3.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
15 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Chicago Public Schools District 299
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Amundsen High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,507 reported students
Morgan Park High School
High · Grades 07–12
1,349 reported students
Washington G High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,520 reported students
Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS
High · Grades 07–12
1,316 reported students
Senn High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,571 reported students
Solorio Academy High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,287 reported students
Public schools near Lake View High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YCCS-Truman Middle College HS High · Charter · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 09–12 | 192 | 0.8 mi |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl High · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 11–12 | 152 | 1 mi |
| Uplift Community High School High · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 09–12 | 224 | 1.1 mi |
| Lane Technical High School High · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 07–12 | 4,604 | 1.3 mi |
| Amundsen High School High · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 09–12 | 1,507 | 1.5 mi |
| Alcott College Prep High · Chicago Public Schools District 299 | 09–12 | 373 | 1.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake View High School
What grades does Lake View High School serve?
Lake View High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Chicago Public Schools District 299.
How many students attend Lake View High School?
Lake View High School reported 1,431 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 965 Illinois high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,436 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake View High School?
The calculated ratio is 14.4:1, based on 1,431 students and 99.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake View High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake View High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Chicago Public Schools District 299 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lake View High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
75.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lake View High School in?
Lake View High School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299, based in Chicago, IL, which operates 641 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake View High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include YCCS-Truman Middle College HS (0.8 mi), Devry Advantage Academy High Schl (1 mi), Uplift Community High School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.