Serving 1,040 students in grades 9-12, Northside College Preparatory 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 94% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside College Preparatory 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
Diversity
School Overview
Northside College Preparatory High School's student population of 1,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside College Preparatory High School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside College Preparatory High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)94%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
29%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Northside College Preparatory High School is ranked #2 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northside College Preparatory High School often compared to?
Northside College Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Payton College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside College Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Northside College Preparatory High School is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northside College Preparatory High School?
1,040 students attend Northside College Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Northside College Preparatory High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside College Preparatory High School?
Northside College Preparatory High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside College Preparatory High School offer ?
Northside College Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northside College Preparatory High School part of?
Northside College Preparatory High School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside College Preparatory High School located?
Northside College Preparatory High School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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