Dixmoor, IL is a small community located in the south suburbs of Chicago. It has a population of roughly 4,500 people. Education in Dixmoor is provided by two school districts: Dixmoor School District 147 and Southland College Prep Charter High School. District 147 serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, while Southland College Prep provides high school education for grades nine through twelve. According to the most recent data from BestPlaces.net, District 147’s ratings for overall quality and student performance are below average compared to nearby school districts. However, students attending Southland College Prep have achieved above-average scores on standardized tests and have earned college acceptance rates that exceed both state and national averages. Local parents are pleased with the results that their children are achieving at this charter high school. The local education in Dixmoor offers a wide variety of educational opportunities for its students, which is beneficial for helping them become successful members of society.
Dixmoor schools spend $14,900 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 17 pupils per teacher, 0 students per librarian, and 0 children per counselor.