Muchin College Prep is a public four-year charter high school located in the Chicago Loop in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is a part of the Noble Network of Charter Schools. It is named for Allan and Elaine Muchin. Muchin College Prep was founded in 2009 by Kimberly Neal-Brannum.
Serving 909 students in grades 9-12, Noble St Chtr-muchin 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep's student population of 909 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
909 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Black, Grey, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Noble St Chtr-muchin 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 Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep is 0.56, 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
#2712 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
85%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep's ranking?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep is ranked #2712 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep often compared to?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prepis often viewed alongside schools like J Sterling Morton West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep?
The graduation rate of Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep is 96%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep?
909 students attend Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep offer ?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep part of?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep located?
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep is located in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Chicago Loop.
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