Overview

Great Lakes Academy is a public charter school in Chicago, IL. It is one of 656 schools in Chicago Public Schools.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Great Lakes Academy is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

8401 South Saginaw Avenue
Chicago, IL 60617
School leader: Ms Katherine Myers
(773) 503-3040
(773) 530-3039
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