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ORR HS
730 N PULASKI Rd, Chicago, Illinois, 60624
53, 66, N66
Green
Student Body: 184
About the school

At Orr Academy, a neighborhood high school, we are dedicated to cultivating a safe and nurturing environment that focuses on developing the whole child. Our educational experiences center on personal growth, academic excellence, and a true sense of belonging to ensure every student can thrive. We offer dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses designed to accelerate future success, giving students the opportunity to earn college credit and potentially secure an associate's degree prior to graduation. Ultimately, Orr Academy provides our scholars with the character, confidence, and skills required to achieve their postsecondary goals and become productive members of society.

Student Life

Attendance Boundaries
Yes
Bilingual Services
N/A
Classroom Languages
Refugee Services
N/A
School Grades
9,10,11,12
Significantly Modified Curriculum
No
Title 1 Eligible
Yes
Campus Accessibility
First Floor Usable
Dress Code
No
Multisensory Program
No
Parking Accessibility
Not Accessible
Safety Rating
WEAK
Transition Program
No
School Hours
8:00AM - 2:43PM (MONDAY- FRIDAY)

Demographics

0.0%
Asian
47.8%
Black
49.5%
Hispanic
1.6%
White
1.1%
Other

School Stats

21.2%
Diverse Learners
44.0%
Limited English
35.7%
Mobility Rate
71.6%
Chronic Truancy
77.7%
Low Income

College And Career

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

In-School Programs

  • AP

Creative

  • Drama
  • Drawing
  • Modern/Hip-Hop Dance
  • Painting
  • Photography

Health And Wellness

  • Crisis Intervention Services
  • Nutrition Program
  • School-based Health Centers
  • Targeted Interventions

Life And Leadership

  • Mentoring for Boys/Girls

Parent And Community

  • Community Service
  • Enrichment Classes
  • Family Nights
  • Field Trip
  • Financial Literacy Workshops
  • Peace Circles
  • Safe Passage
  • Transition to College Workshops

Scholastic

  • Academic Olympics
  • Advanced Placement
  • Bilingual Support
  • Evening School
  • Homework Help
  • Summer School
  • Tutoring

Sports And Fitness

  • 16 inch Softball
  • Boys' Baseball
  • Boys' Basketball
  • Boys' Track
  • Cheerleading
  • Football
  • Girls' Basketball
  • Girls' Cross Country
  • Girls' Soccer
  • Girls' Softball
  • Girls' Track
  • Girls' Volleyball
66.6%
Student Attendance
(CPS Average: 88.3%)
87.5%
Freshmen On Track
(CPS Average: 88.7%)
66.7%
Graduation Rate
(CPS Average: 85.6%)
801
SAT Average
(CPS Average: 933)
44.4%
College Enrollment
(CPS Average: 65.2%)
Inability to Rate
School Rating
Intensive Support
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.

ORR HS-Digital Media

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9th Grade
  • Number of applications: 64
  • Number of offers: 7

ORR HS-General Education

Grades Served
Application Requirements
Selections
Application Information
9th Grade
  • Number of applications: 70
  • Number of offers: 5