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Charter | PK-12 | 1649 students

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Posted December 1, 2012

This is my daughter's first year at this school. She enjoys her classes and the after school activities. A few weeks ago they had college week. The kids from 6th to 12th grade go to visit several colleges. They really try to put them into a college mindset. The cost was really cheap. 6th and 7th graders visit schools in Illinois and the other classes leave Illinois. You are never left wondering how the kids are doing in class because you always have access to there grades and if you have any questions you can contact them by e-mail. I also love the fact that they have tutoring. I will be transferring my other two kids there next year!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2012

I reveiewed CG Woodson School previously and found that there are a new teachers this school year, which has been very exciting for my son. He actually enjoys attending class and has nothing but good things to say about them. My only complaint this year (because I lowered my expectations this year) is that the afterschool programing left a lot to be desired, so we didn't enroll. Also, the delay in the laptop rollout was disappointing. It's almost November and the children still don't have all of the resources they've been promised.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 21, 2011

I think this school has excellent potential. The curriculum is great and research is ongoing to improve it consistently. Teachers receive a wealth of training as well. The leadership, however, needs to rein in on the students' behavior. My son is entering his 3rd year at the Donoghue campus this fall and for much of last year, I saw the children roaming and running in hallways with no supervision. They were loud in the classrooms, cafeteria and auditorium at the end of the day - every day. They are allowed too much freedom and too little structure. These kids need structure as well as a good curriculum. I have high expectations for my 2nd grader, and I'd like the school to exhibit similar high expectations for the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 9, 2010

My son attend the U of C charter school Donoghue. I appreciate our administration because they have dedicated themselves to our children's education. Team work is a reflection of leadership and we have excellent leader in our school. Our school is an excellent in socializations as well as education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2008

Our daughter is enrolled in the pre-k program, which is a full day, and she loves it! She receives instruction in spanish, performing arts, physical education, art and music. 20 children in the class with one teacher and an assistant. Recess daily in a private playground, weather permitting. Private restroom in classroom, individual lockers, hot breakfast and lunch served daily in the classroom. Small school environment is warm and nurturing - one class per grade. Administrators are approachable, open and available. Directors know each student by name. Parents are cooperative and involved.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 3, 2008

I love the small school feel of this public school. The Previous Director knew every child and parent. The academic program is great and stimulates the children to think w/o utilizing rote memory techniques employed by many other schools. I feel that this prepares the children to utilize their problemsolving skills to formulate answers to unsolved challenges. The parents are very concerned with a core group of very involved parents. I look forward to working with the new Director as she prepares the students for greater accomplishments.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 2, 2005

NKO is a school using very well research, test and proven practicies. They use balanced literacy which is tailored to the needs of individual students. They use writer's workshop for writing which teaches students to write like writers. They use Everyday Math instead of just drilling students. The students actually learn Math. In general, their academic programs are top notch. There is music, art, and spanish for all grades. Their afterschool enrichment programs are great. Parents are somewhat involvement. The ones that want to are.
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Posted July 10, 2005

I have 2 children at NKO and I am throughly pleased with the school. The teachers are great and the overall atmosphere of the school is excellent. I enjoy the everyday mathematics curriculum. My child who struggled with school is now doing eceptionally well. Thanks in part to wonderful teachers. Parent involvement is strongly encouraged. The music teacher (Mr.Jones)is great I wish my children could have music all year. The thing that pleases me most about the school is that it is small enough that the principal, office staff, teachers, and others around the school know my children by name; and big enough to offer so much more than schools more than double its size.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2005

The academic program is above average. My child has attended third, fourth and fifth grade. I would like to see more discipline in the class room. Music and art are available only one semester of the school year. I would like to see the students go on more field trips. There are two campuses. K-5 and 6-8. No playground at either campus. My child is on the honor roll. The standardized achievement tests indicate she is average in reading and above average in math. I like the teachers and there are several teacher interns from the U.C. grad School of Education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 23, 2004

My daugter is attending this school 2nd grade for the first time. I must say that I am very pleased so far with the school. The curriculum is at and/or similiar to the curriculum she received at her suburban school. This school exceeds my expectations on pulling the family together. They have many extra curricular/ afterschool activities for the children. I have seen a dramatic change in my childs behavior (for the better) as she attends NKO. I am truly please with NKO- I wish I were able to contribute to the school financially as they are an excellent school. The only negative complaint my daughter has is the school lunch which I think OVERALL lunch choices could be improved. Beyond lunch we are very pleased!
—Submitted by a parent


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Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
77%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
65%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

371 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
62%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
70%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
64%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
70%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

371 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
69%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students84%
Female91%
Male77%
Black84%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income83%
Non-low income88%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities87%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students74%
Female88%
Male61%
Black73%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income73%
Non-low income82%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities79%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students92%
Female96%
Male88%
Black92%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income91%
Non-low income100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities95%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students76%
Female87%
Male64%
Black76%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income71%
Non-low income100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities80%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students82%
Female85%
Male78%
Black82%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income79%
Non-low income94%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities84%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female87%
Male90%
Black88%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income87%
Non-low income95%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities91%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students72%
Female76%
Male67%
Black72%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income71%
Non-low income75%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities74%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students78%
Female80%
Male77%
Black79%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income76%
Non-low income90%
Students with disabilities (IEP)33%
Students without disabilities84%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students80%
Female82%
Male77%
Black80%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income78%
Non-low income86%
Students with disabilities (IEP)28%
Students without disabilities86%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students81%
Female85%
Male77%
Black81%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income83%
Non-low income72%
Students with disabilities (IEP)33%
Students without disabilities85%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students81%
Female85%
Male77%
Black81%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income81%
Non-low income84%
Students with disabilities (IEP)13%
Students without disabilities87%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students77%
Female78%
Male76%
Black76%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income76%
Non-low income84%
Students with disabilities (IEP)13%
Students without disabilities82%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students81%
Female86%
Male77%
Black81%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income81%
Non-low income86%
Students with disabilities (IEP)53%
Students without disabilities85%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students87%
Female91%
Male82%
Black86%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income85%
Non-low income96%
Students with disabilities (IEP)32%
Students without disabilities92%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.

983 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
23%

2011

 
 
16%

2010

 
 
18%

2009

 
 
19%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 51% in 2012.

984 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
27%

2010

 
 
22%

2009

 
 
26%
Science

The state average for Science was 52% in 2012.

371 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
13%

2010

 
 
21%

2009

 
 
15%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Prairie State Achievement Examination (PSAE) to test students in grade 11 in reading, math and science. The PSAE is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students23%
Female16%
Male35%
Black23%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income23%
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities29%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students25%
Female16%
Male39%
Black25%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income26%
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities31%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students25%
Female13%
Male44%
Black25%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Low income25%
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities31%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Prairie State Achievement Examination (PSAE) to test students in grade 11 in reading, math and science. The PSAE is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 99% 19%
Hispanic 1% 21%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 4%
White 0% 53%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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1313 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
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