Serving 1,027 students in grades 9-12, Northside College Preparatory 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 94% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,027 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northside College Preparatory High School's student population of 1,027 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside College Preparatory High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside College Preparatory High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Northside College Preparatory High School is ranked #1 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northside College Preparatory High School often compared to?
Northside College Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Payton College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside College Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Northside College Preparatory High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northside College Preparatory High School?
1,027 students attend Northside College Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Northside College Preparatory High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside College Preparatory High School?
Northside College Preparatory High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside College Preparatory High School offer ?
Northside College Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northside College Preparatory High School part of?
Northside College Preparatory High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside College Preparatory High School located?
Northside College Preparatory High School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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