Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, South Shore Intl Col Prep High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School's student population of 528 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Shore Intl Col Prep High School is 0.10, which is less 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
#3141 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
95%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Shore Intl Col Prep High School's ranking?
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School is ranked #3141 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Shore Intl Col Prep High School?
The graduation rate of South Shore Intl Col Prep High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Shore Intl Col Prep High School?
528 students attend South Shore Intl Col Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Shore Intl Col Prep High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Shore Intl Col Prep High School?
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Shore Intl Col Prep High School offer ?
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Shore Intl Col Prep High School part of?
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is South Shore Intl Col Prep High School located?
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in South Shore.
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