Overview

Chicago World Language Academy is a magnet school in Chicago, IL, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 656 schools in Chicago Public Schools.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Chicago World Language Academy is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
8/10
ӣƵ Rating

Rating Factors

The ӣƵ Rating for this school is based on the following elements.
ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Parent Tip
When will your child take Algebra? Here's what you need to understand about math tracking.

ACADEMICS

Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
Parent Tip
Even high-performing schools can have disparities between student groups. Understand what on-track learning looks like for your child and how you can help at home.

ACADEMICS

Courses & Programs

The list below is a sample of available courses at this school.

ACADEMICS

Race/Ethnicity


ACADEMICS

Low-Income Students


ACADEMICS

Students With Disabilities


STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

Schools with high scores in the following areas have better outcomes for student learning, college readiness, and test scores.

STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

What makes a great teacher? The truth may surprise you.
Parent Tip
³󲹳’s the most important thing to look for in the staff at a school?

STUDENT LIFE

About the School


3.9
24 Reviews
5 stars  
4 stars  
3 stars  
2 stars  
1 star  

Neighborhood

1340 West Harrison Street
Chicago, IL 60607
School leader: Ms Cynthia R Leung
Map of Chicago World Language Academy address. Map of Chicago World Language Academy address. Map of Chicago World Language Academy address.

Nearby Schools

  • 7 /10
    Young Magnet High School
    0.27 miles
    Public district; 7-12
  • 10 /10
    Skinner Elementary School
    0.36 miles
    Public district; PK, K-8
  • NA
    Intercultural Montessori Language School
    0.39 miles
    Private; PK-8
  • NA
    The Gardner School of Chicago - West Loop
    0.41 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Hull House Early Childhood Center
    0.44 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Little Green Tree House Child Care Center
    0.45 miles
    Private; PK
  • 7 /10
    Stem Magnet Academy Elementary
    0.46 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 7 /10
    Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd
    0.47 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • NA
    Salvation Army Temple Head Start
    0.53 miles
    Private; PK
  • 10 /10
    Decatur Classical Elementary School
    9.62 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
    Alcott College Prep
    3.87 miles
    Public district; PK, K-8
  • 10 /10
    Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
    4.67 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
    Mcdade Elementary Classical School
    9.94 miles
    Public district; K-7
  • 10 /10
    Mount Greenwood Elementary School
    12.52 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
    Prescott Elementary School
    3.78 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
    Bronzeville Classical Elementary School
    4.22 miles
    Public district; K-6
  • 10 /10
    Skinner Elementary School
    0.36 miles
    Public district; PK, K-8
  • 10 /10
    Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy
    8.42 miles
    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
    Hancock College Preparatory High School
    8.49 miles
    Public district; 9-12