Overview

Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts is a magnet school in Chicago, IL, offering AP courses. It is one of 179 high schools in Chicago Public Schools.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
3/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

Thrive Award
This school received a Thrive Award in 2021. Schools that win Thrive Awards have better outcomes for student learning, college readiness, and test scores.

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Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


Neighborhood

555 East 51st Street
Chicago, IL 60615
School leader: Cortez McCoy
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