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INSTITUTO - JUSTICE HS
2570 S BLUE ISLAND Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60608-4817
349, 60
Blue,Pink,Orange,Red
Student Body: 64
About the school

Rudy Lozano is a local hero who represents unity and equity for all people. Instituto Justice and Leadership Academy (IJLA) is committed to keeping his legacy alive by carrying on the struggle for equality and justice in our community and beyond. IJLA is a restorative learning community that engages students, through praxis, to strive for self-actualization.  With our innovative approach, we prepare ALL students for college and career success, empowering the next generation of revolutionary scholars.  We invigorate hope and restore students’ hearts and minds to reclaim their education, graduate, and transform into agents of change.

Student Life

Dress Code
No
Classroom Languages
Spanish
School Hours
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bilingal Services
Yes
Attendance Boundaries
No
Refugee Services
Yes
Title 1 Eligible
Yes
Significantly Modified Cirriculum
No
Safety Rating
NOT ENOUGH DATA
Campus Accessibility
Parking Accessibility
Transition Program
No
Multisensory Program
No
School Grades
9,10,11,12

Demographics

0.0%
Asian
3.1%
Black
93.8%
Hispanic
3.1%
White
0.0%
Other

School Stats

10.9%
Diverse Learners
40.6%
Limited English
69.2%
Mobility Rate
93.5%
Chronic Truancy
59.4%
Low Income

College And Career

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

In-School Programs

Creative

  • Drawing
  • Film and Video
  • Painting
  • Murals
  • Media and Production Workshops

Health And Wellness

  • Crisis Intervention Services
  • Targeted Interventions
  • Workshops/Classes

Life And Leadership

  • Service Learning/Community Volunteer Program
  • Peer Mentors

Parent And Community

  • Field Trip
  • Parent Advocacy
  • Transition to College Workshops
  • ESL Workshops
  • Financial Literacy Workshops
  • Community Service
  • Self-Esteem Workshops
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Gang Awareness Workshop
  • Peace Circles

Scholastic

  • Chicago History Fair
  • Supplemental Educational Services (SES)
  • Tutoring
  • Writers Workshop
  • Bilingual Support
  • Tutoring
  • Homework Club/Study Group
  • Virtual Learning/Online Courses

Sports And Fitness

43.6%
Student Attendance
(CPS Average: 86.9%)
N/A
Freshmen On Track
(CPS Average: N/A)
N/A
Graduation Rate
(CPS Average: %)
858
SAT Average
(CPS Average: 939)
16.3%
College Enrollment
(CPS Average: 61.8%)
Inability to Rate
School Rating
NOT APPLICABLE
Overall Rating

Key:

  • Application Requirements: events that must be completed prior to applying
  • Selection by Lottery: students chosen at random computerized lottey
  • Selection by Point: Students are placed in descending point score based on academic criteria
  • GPA: Minimum GPA requirements to be included in Selections process
  • HS Admissions Exam Minimum: Minimum % to be included in the Selections process
  • 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.
  • Application Information: Data available for entry-level grade only