Serving 378 students in grades 9-12, Alcott College Prep 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alcott College Prep's student population of 378 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Alcott College Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott College Prep is 0.53, which is less 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
#2812 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
65%
28%
Black
16%
16%
White
16%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
48%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott College Prep's ranking?
Alcott College Prep is ranked #2812 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alcott College Prep often compared to?
Alcott College Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Lake View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcott College Prep?
The graduation rate of Alcott College Prep is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alcott College Prep?
378 students attend Alcott College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Alcott College Prep students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcott College Prep?
Alcott College Prep has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alcott College Prep offer ?
Alcott College Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alcott College Prep part of?
Alcott College Prep is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alcott College Prep located?
Alcott College Prep is located in the West Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in West Lakeview.
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