Serving 1,230 students in grades 9-12, Steinmetz College Prep High School 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steinmetz College Prep High School serves the northwest part of Chicago, encompassing an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steinmetz College Prep High School's student population of 1,230 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Motto
Best in the West!
School Rankings
Steinmetz College Prep High School 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 Steinmetz College Prep High School is 0.42, 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
#3468 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steinmetz College Prep High School's ranking?
Steinmetz College Prep High School is ranked #3468 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Steinmetz College Prep High School often compared to?
Steinmetz College Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locke J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steinmetz College Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Steinmetz College Prep High School is 65%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Steinmetz College Prep High School?
1,230 students attend Steinmetz College Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Steinmetz College Prep High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steinmetz College Prep High School?
Steinmetz College Prep High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steinmetz College Prep High School offer ?
Steinmetz College Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Steinmetz College Prep High School part of?
Steinmetz College Prep High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Steinmetz College Prep High School located?
Steinmetz College Prep High School is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.
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