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HORIZON - SOUTHWEST

5401 S WESTERN Ave

Chicago, Illinois 60609

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College Enrollment and Persistence

This data shows how many CPS graduates go to college after high school and how many stay enrolled once they begin.

College Enrollment

63.4%

 -14.4% decrease from previous school year

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College Persistence

67.9%

 13.4% increase from previous school year

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Where This Data Comes From

College Enrollment

The % of students who graduated from CPS in the previous year and enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year college in the fall or spring after graduation.

College Persistence

The % of those students who remain enrolled in college the following fall or spring.

Why This Matters

These measures show whether students are not only getting into college, but also continuing their studies. They reflect how well schools are preparing students for success after graduation through strong academics, counseling, and support programs.

What It Can & Cannot Tell You

It Can Tell You:

  • Can show how many students successfully transition to college and stay enrolled.
  • Can highlight schools that help students prepare for college-level expectations.

It Cannot Tell You:

  • Cannot explain why some students choose not to enroll or do not continue (financial challenges, life changes, or personal decisions may all play a role).
  • Does not include students who choose trade programs, military service, or other non-college paths after high school.

College Enrollment

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College Persistence

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Questions You May Ask the School

  • How does the school support students with college applications and financial aid?
  • What programs help students adjust to college expectations and challenges?
  • How are graduates who take other postsecondary paths (like trade schools or jobs) supported?

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