Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy

Public High School

1500 Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506

www.imsa.edu

Grades 10–12

9.8

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Demographics - Ethnicity

White

24%

Hispanic

13%

Black

Asian

50%

Two or More Races

Demographics

656

Total Students

50%Male

50%Female

Academics

98%Graduation Rate

+11% vs state avg

33%AP Participation

+9% vs state avg

0%Dual Enrollment

−13% vs state avg

Economic

Free/Reduced Lunch0%

State Average49%

District Average0%

0%25%50%75%100%

Area Household Income

Median household

$79,517−5% vs state avg

Crime in Aurora

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Reported at K-12 schools across Aurora in 2024 — city-wide, not specific to this school.

School Crime Rate

3.57 /1,000 students

18% below Illinois avg

Overall Crime Rate

35.97 /1,000 residents

27% below Illinois avg

School Crime Rate is per 1,000 students enrolled; Overall Crime Rate is per 1,000 residents. Source: FBI NIBRS 2024. Figures are city-wide; NIBRS does not report the specific school or address.

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Inappropriate TeachingPolitical / IdeologicalModerateAdded 1mo ago

Anti-Israel Activity at Academy

Alleged incident at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy · Illinois

Emails revealed instances of anti-Israel activity occurring at a specialized academy. These activities were brought to light by a parent advocacy group.

Occurred on May 22, 2024Source: Defending Education IndoctriNation Map

Inappropriate TeachingPolitical / IdeologicalLowAdded 1mo ago

Illinois Academy DEI Role

Alleged incident at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy · Illinois

An Illinois academy employs a Director of Equity and Inclusion. This role involves assessing potential barriers and developing strategies to recruit and retain a diverse community. The responsibilities of this position are detailed in an online biography.

Occurred on September 15, 2021Source: Defending Education IndoctriNation Map

Inappropriate TeachingPolitical / IdeologicalModerateAdded 1mo ago

Students Protest School DEI Policies

Alleged incident at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy · Illinois

Students at an Illinois STEM academy staged a sit-in and walkout to protest the institution's diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. They demanded more stringent consequences for bias incidents and increased accountability from staff. The protest highlighted student dissatisfaction with the school's current approach to DEI initiatives.

Occurred on December 8, 2023Source: Defending Education IndoctriNation Map

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