School Report Cards

UNO’s proven track record demonstrates its effectiveness in providing students with high-quality education. Preliminary data for 2007 ISAT assessment shows UNO’s first four charter schools significantly exceed Chicago Public Schools (CPS) performance in both testing (74% UNO school average vs. 63% for CPS of students meeting or exceeding ISAT Composite scores) and in attendance (96% for UNO schools vs. 92% for CPS).

UNO’s charter schools are structured learning environments focused on clear goals and standards. UNO’s philosophy for public education focuses on strong management, discipline and high expectations for its entire school community. This philosophy applies not only to students but to all faculty and staff, all of whom are held to the highest levels of performance and accountability.

Our parents also are held to high standards. Through our English Immersion model, UNO’s students pass their new language skills to family members. As a result, a sense of urgency to learn English grows. Fluency in English opens economic and social doors for families, empowering them and their neighbors to demand better standards of living.

The promise of safer streets, well-equipped schools, and new economic opportunities for communities is fulfilled by 80% of UNO charter school students who are accepted into high-quality local and national high schools. These schools have a typical graduation and college attendance rate above 85%.

UNO achieves these results based on a sound education and management model, the passion and professionalism of community leaders, and determined and dedicated parents who work hard for a better life for their children.

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