Serving 351 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 28%). 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 4:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% 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
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Alcott College Prep's student population of 351 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alcott College Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott College Prep is 0.54, 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
#2683 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
64%
27%
Black
19%
17%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott College Prep's ranking?
Alcott College Prep is ranked #2683 out of 3,426 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 28% 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 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alcott College Prep?
351 students attend Alcott College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alcott College Prep students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 4:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Chicago SD 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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