Opened in September 1975,[6] Julian is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district.

On October 22, 2013, twenty–nine students were arrested and charged with mob action after a fight involving a large group took place at the school.

[14][15] Julian competes in the Chicago Public League (CPL) and is a member of the Illinois High School Association (IHSA).

The boys' wrestling team became public league champions and Class AA qualifiers two times (1981–82, 1986–87).

The boys' basketball team were regional champions and Class AA qualifiers three times (2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05).