How do you get into Southside Occupational Academy High School?

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 Southside Occupational Academy High School 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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Southside Occupational Academy High School

7342 S HOYNE AVE · 378 students · grades 12

About SOUTHSIDE HS

Southside Occupational Academy High School is a Transition Center for students with special needs aged 18-22 years. We provide individualized education and training to students in the areas of Applied Academics, Independent Functioning, Vocational, and Social Learning Skills. We offer each student the opportunity to learn within many contextualized environments throughout the school. We have developed instructional labs in the areas of retail, grocery, office, culinary, hospitality, laundry, dish room, carpentry, and daily living. Our counseling staff works closely with agency providers to support students and their families their transition from the public school system. Please visit our website for more details.

7342 S HOYNE AVE, Chicago, IL 60636 · 7735359100

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get into Southside Occupational Academy High School?: 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 Southside Occupational Academy High School 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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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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