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PROSSER HS
https://prosseracademy.org
2148 N LONG Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60639
65, 74, 85
Student Body: 1165
About the school

Prosser Career Academy has a track record of providing exceptional CTE and IB programs. We offer the IBDP as well as the IBCP programs, programs that emphasize creativity and critical thinking for all of its students. Our CTE programs offer numerous opportunities to earn certifications. Prosser also provides services for our deaf and hard of hearing students in all settings.

Student Life

Attendance Boundaries
No
Bilingual Services
Yes
Classroom Languages
American Sign Language, French, Spanish, Spanish for Heritage Speakers
Refugee Services
No
School Grades
9,10,11,12
Significantly Modified Curriculum
Yes
Title 1 Eligible
Yes
Campus Accessibility
First Floor Usable
Dress Code
No
Multisensory Program
No
Parking Accessibility
Staff Only
Safety Rating
WEAK
Transition Program
No
School Hours
8:45AM - 3:53PM

Demographics

0.3%
Asian
22.4%
Black
75.5%
Hispanic
1.2%
White
0.6%
Other

School Stats

15.7%
Diverse Learners
30.6%
Limited English
4.3%
Mobility Rate
63.7%
Chronic Truancy
88.0%
Low Income

College And Career

  • ACT/SAT Prep Courses
  • Career Development
  • Career/Job Training
  • College Tours

In-School Programs

  • AP
  • CTE (Auto Body Repair)
  • CTE (Automotive Technology)
  • CTE (Cabinet Making)
  • CTE (Carpentry)
  • CTE (Culinary Arts)
  • CTE (Digital Media)
  • CTE (Game Programming)
  • CTE (HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanics)
  • CTE (Machine Technology)
  • IBCC
  • JROTC

Creative

  • Animation
  • Band/Orchestra
  • Choir/Chorus
  • Culinary Classes
  • Drama
  • Drawing
  • Film and Video
  • Graphic Design
  • Guitar
  • Mixed Media
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Talent Show
  • Theater
  • Web Design

Health And Wellness

  • Crisis Intervention Services
  • Nutrition Program

Life And Leadership

  • Environmental Club
  • JROTC
  • Mikva Challenge
  • Peer Mentors
  • Restorative Justice
  • Service Learning/Community Volunteer Program
  • Student Council/Government

Parent And Community

  • Computer/Technology Workshops
  • Enrichment Classes
  • Family Nights
  • Financial Literacy Workshops
  • Meeting Space For Parent Groups
  • Parent Advisory/Group

Scholastic

  • Academic Olympics
  • Advanced Placement
  • Bilingual Support
  • Book/Reading Club
  • Chicago History Fair
  • Evening School
  • Freshmen On-Pace
  • Homework Club/Study Group
  • Homework Help
  • Science Club
  • Summer School
  • Technology Club
  • Tutoring
  • Yearbook Club

Sports And Fitness

  • 16 inch Softball
  • Basketball
  • Boys’ Baseball
  • Boys’ Basketball
  • Boys’ Cross Country
  • Boys’ Soccer
  • Boys’ Swimming
  • Boys’ Track
  • Boys’ Volleyball
  • Boys’ Water Polo
  • Cheerleading
  • Dance
  • Football
  • Girls’ Basketball
  • Girls’ Cross Country
  • Girls’ Soccer
  • Girls’ Softball
  • Girls’ Swimming
  • Girls’ Track
  • Girls’ Volleyball
  • Girls’ Water Polo
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
82.0%
Student Attendance
(CPS Average: 88.3%)
91.0%
Freshmen On Track
(CPS Average: 88.7%)
84.7%
Graduation Rate
(CPS Average: 85.6%)
903
SAT Average
(CPS Average: 933)
74.0%
College Enrollment
(CPS Average: 65.2%)
Inability to Rate
School Rating
Good Standing
Overall Rating

Key:

  • Application Information: Data available for entry-level grade only
  • Application Requirements: events that must be completed prior to applying
  • GPA: Minimum GPA requirements to be included in Selections process
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum: Minimum % to be included in the Selections process
  • Selection by Lottery: students chosen at random computerized lottery
  • Selection by Point: Students are placed in descending point score based on academic criteria
  • Sibling Priority: Sibling must be in same household and attends now and will still be enrolled in the school being applied to during applicant's first school year
  • Staff Priority: 2 seats for staff students at entry grade & at the school of employment only.

PROSSER HS-Career & Technical Education (CTE)-Career Academy

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9
None
  • Selection Type: Random Computerized Lottery
  • GPA: 2.5
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum for ELA/Math:
    • General Education and 504 Plan Students: /
    • IEP and EL Students: /
  • Priority: Sibling Preference,Staff Preference,Proximity,General
  • Note: Staff Preference applies at the entry level grade only. A maximum of 2 seats can be filled through Staff Preference.
  • Number of applications: 2129
  • Number of offers: 300

PROSSER HS-Special Education-Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9
Cluster and Review
  • Selection Type: Random Computerized Lottery
  • GPA: N/A
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum for ELA/Math:
    • General Education and 504 Plan Students: /
    • IEP and EL Students: /
  • Priority: Proximity,General
  • Number of applications: None
  • Number of offers: None

PROSSER HS-International Baccalaureate (IB)

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9
None
  • Selection Type: Descending Point Score based on Academic Criteria
  • GPA: N/A
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum for ELA/Math:
    • General Education and 504 Plan Students: /
    • IEP and EL Students: /
  • Priority: General
  • Note: 50 bonus points for students who live within 2.5 miles of the school.
  • Number of applications: 1163
  • Number of offers: 150

PROSSER HS-Special Education-Significantly Modified Curriculum w/ Moderate Supports

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9
Cluster and Review
  • Selection Type: Random Computerized Lottery
  • GPA: N/A
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum for ELA/Math:
    • General Education and 504 Plan Students: /
    • IEP and EL Students: /
  • Priority: Proximity,General
  • Number of applications: None
  • Number of offers: None