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#323 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 45% of private schools

Depaul College Prep

High School

3333 N ROCKWELL ST, Chicago, IL 60618

Private

Enrollment

942

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#323 of 716

In Chicago

#88 of 162

public schools

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Depaul College Prep

6.5/10

High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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About Depaul College Prep

Depaul College Prep is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Depaul College Prep serves approximately 942 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Depaul College Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Depaul College Prep is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Depaul College Prep compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
942
This School
vs
704
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 20.9% vs 0%
Black 6.5% vs 0%
Asian 2.4% vs 0%
Depaul College Prep Chicago Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Depaul College Prep (this school) 6.5
Lane Technical High School 8.9
Alcott College Prep 6.1
Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin 6.1
Lake View High School 6.8
Disney II Magnet HS 7.7
YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS 5.8
ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr 6.4
Roosevelt High School 4.8
Devry Advantage Academy High Schl 8.0
Schurz High School 7.0
YCCS-Truman Middle College HS 8.0
Amundsen High School 7.4
Von Steuben Metro Science HS 8.4
Marine Leadership Academy - Ames 6.1
Kelvyn Park High School 4.8
Intrinsic Charter High School 8.2
Uplift Community High School 6.5
Noble St Chtr-Pritzker Col Prep 7.0
YCCS-Albizu Campos Puerto Rican 5.9
Clemente Community Academy HS 6.4

Showing 20 of 156 schools. View all schools in Chicago

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,295
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 942
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.3%
Hispanic 20.9%
Black 6.5%
Two or More 3.8%
Asian 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3333 N ROCKWELL ST, Chicago, IL 60618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Depaul College Prep may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lane Technical High School (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alcott College Prep (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lane Technical High School Chicago 0.2 mi 8.9
GREENFIELDS ACADEMY Chicago 0.4 mi 6.8
Bell Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 8.5
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem Chicago 0.5 mi 7.3
CHICAGO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago 0.6 mi 7.3
Linne Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 7.0
Audubon Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 6.8
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago 0.8 mi 5.6
ST BENEDICT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 6.4
Alcott College Prep Chicago 0.8 mi 6.1
ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 8.3
Coonley Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 8.9
Cleveland Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.4
Jahn Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 6.3
PRAIRIE LAND MONTESSORI Chicago 1.0 mi
Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch Chicago 1.0 mi 5.0
Bateman Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.4
SPARK MONTESSORI Chicago 1.3 mi
LAKEVIEW PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Chicago 1.0 mi
THRESHOLDS Chicago 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,558

Median Home Value

$538,300

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Population

91,896

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

48.6%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

35.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale, IL 6.5
North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago, IL 6.5
Sterling High School Sterling, IL 6.5
Clemente Community Academy HS Chicago, IL 6.4
Columbia High School Columbia, IL 6.6
Farragut Career Academy HS Chicago, IL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Depaul College Prep

What grades does Depaul College Prep serve?

Depaul College Prep serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Depaul College Prep?

Depaul College Prep has an enrollment of approximately 942 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Depaul College Prep?

The student-teacher ratio at Depaul College Prep is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Depaul College Prep rank in IL?

Depaul College Prep ranks #323 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Depaul College Prep's MySchoolScout rating?

Depaul College Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Depaul College Prep a private school?

Yes, Depaul College Prep is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Depaul College Prep a religious school?

Depaul College Prep has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
91 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
942
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County

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