William Jones College Preparatory High School is a public four-year selective-enrollment high school located in the Printer's Row neighborhood in downtown Chicago, Illinois, United States. Jones is operated by the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 1,954 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 85% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,954 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (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
School Overview
Jones College Prep High School's student population of 1,954 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,954 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1938
Average Class Size
27 students
School Motto
Soaring Toward Excellence
School Rankings
Jones College Prep High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones College Prep High School is 0.75, 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
#7 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Eagles
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 #7 out of 3,542 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?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Jones College Prep High School?
1,954 students attend Jones College Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Jones College Prep High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 13:1.
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 Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
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
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Event
Date
Fall Break / Thanksgiving Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
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