Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Williams Medical 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Medical Prep High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Medical Prep High School's student population of 74 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
74 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Medical 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 Williams Medical Prep High School is 0.08, 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
#2164 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
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Hispanic
1%
29%
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Black
96%
16%
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Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.6%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Medical Prep High School's ranking?
Williams Medical Prep High School is ranked #2164 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williams Medical Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Williams Medical Prep High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Williams Medical Prep High School?
74 students attend Williams Medical Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Williams Medical Prep High School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Medical Prep High School?
Williams Medical Prep High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Medical Prep High School offer ?
Williams Medical Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Williams Medical Prep High School part of?
Williams Medical Prep High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Williams Medical Prep High School located?
Williams Medical Prep High School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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