Serving 1,941 students in grades 9-12, Jones College Prep High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones College Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Jones College Prep High School's student population of 1,941 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones College Prep High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones College Prep High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
13%
17%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones College Prep High School's ranking?
Jones College Prep High School is ranked #3 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jones College Prep High School often compared to?
Jones College Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Payton College Preparatory High School, Young Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jones College Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Jones College Prep High School is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jones College Prep High School?
1,941 students attend Jones College Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jones College Prep High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones College Prep High School?
Jones College Prep High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones College Prep High School offer ?
Jones College Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jones College Prep High School part of?
Jones College Prep High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones College Prep High School located?
Jones College Prep High School is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Chicago Loop.
School Calendar
View the Jones College Prep High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School) (A/B Calendar)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
🦃 Thanksgiving Break (No School) (JCP Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School) (A/B Calendar)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
🌺 Spring Break (No School) (JCP Events)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Underclassmen Yearbook Signing/Last Day (A/B Calendar)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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