Overall Risk Level
error High Risk
Risk Flags
flagActive U.S. Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights investigation into alleged discrimination against Spanish-speaking/English Language Learner students
flagActive federal lawsuit (Rubio v. Cicero School District 99, 1:23-cv-14493) alleging discrimination and retaliation
flagApproximately $1 million paid in prior settlements to two administrators over discrimination/retaliation claims
flagStaff-reported heavy caseloads and excessive unpaid paperwork
Legal Issues
gavelRubio v. Cicero School District 99 (1:23-cv-14493) - federal discrimination/retaliation lawsuit, amended complaint filed December 2023
gavelPrior settlements (~$1M total) paid to two former administrators for discrimination/retaliation claims
Ethical Concerns
policyAllegations of discrimination against English Language Learner students and staff of Mexican origin
BBB RatingNot found
Employee Sentiment
6.3
out of 10
thumb_up Common Praises
- add_circle Friendly, welcoming, and relaxed school environments
- add_circle Collaborative staff who support each other on behalf of students
- add_circle Smooth building routines and proficient school management
- add_circle Strong career opportunities rating (3.6/5) and administrative support
thumb_down Common Complaints
- remove_circle Extremely heavy caseloads for special education/support staff
- remove_circle Excessive paperwork and planning required on personal time
- remove_circle Some principals seen as not well-educated or professional
- remove_circle Only 35% of employees have a positive business outlook