Overview

Richards Career Academy High School is a public school in Chicago, IL. It is one of 179 high schools in Chicago Public Schools.

School Rating

Richards Career Academy High School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

5009 South Laflin Street
Chicago, IL 60609
School leader: Ms Ellen Kennedy
(773) 535-4945
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