How do you get into Acero Charter Schools - Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz?

Apply through GoCPS by November 13. Check the school's own page for the programs it offers and whether any require the HSAT, an audition or an information session.

Does Acero Charter Schools - Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz have a ranking?

No — and neither does any CPS school. The district retired its 1+/1/2+ school levels, so any ranking you see comes from a third party, not CPS. What CPS does publish is on this page: the graduation and college-enrollment rates beside the district average.

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Acero Charter Schools - Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz

7416 N RIDGE BLVD · 422 students · grades K-12

By the numbers

Graduate in 4 years

88%

district 86% (+3)

Enroll in college

64%

district 65% (-1)

CPS status

Not Applicable

district accountability

CPS publishes no school ranking — it retired its 1+/1/2+ levels — so these sit beside the district average rather than a position in a list.

About ACERO - DE LA CRUZ

Cruz is an arts academy serving 545 K-12 scholars. Our students have the opportunity to pursue their passion for both the creative and performing arts through courses in music, visual arts, theater, and dance. Cruz offers: -4 years of instruction in students’ art of choice, plus studio rehearsal classes -Student choice of elective classes in science, literacy, languages and more -Dual credit, Advanced Placement (AP), and Honors courses -Close, supportive school community with a 7:1 student:teacher ratio -Junior and senior classes dedicated to college preparation and application, as well as securing scholarships -Restorative practices that support students' behavioral success -Extracurricular programs + IHSA sports teams in the Lake Shore League Cruz is part of the Acero Schools network. At Acero Schools, our mission is transforming minds through academic empowerment and success. We provide a strong academic foundation for students at the elementary level to help them master the fundamental skills necessary for success in high school and beyond and at the high school level for success in college and career.

7416 N RIDGE BLVD, Chicago, IL 60645 · 3124555440

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get into Acero Charter Schools - Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz?: Apply through GoCPS by November 13. Check the school's own page for the programs it offers and whether any require the HSAT, an audition or an information session.
Does Acero Charter Schools - Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz have a ranking?: No — and neither does any CPS school. The district retired its 1+/1/2+ school levels, so any ranking you see comes from a third party, not CPS. What CPS does publish is on this page: the graduation and college-enrollment rates beside the district average.

Closest other high schools

Chicago Math and Science Academy Charter School · 0.5 mi
Roger C Sullivan High School · 1.2 mi
Nicholas Senn High School · 2.1 mi
Stephen T Mather High School · 2.2 mi
Northside College Preparatory High School · 2.7 mi
CICS - Northtown · 2.8 mi

School facts, graduation and college-enrollment rates come from the City of Chicago open data portal, refreshed 2026-09-12. The official source of truth for admissions is cps.edu/gocps.

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