St Ignatius College Prep

St. Ignatius College Prep serves 1,473 students in grades 9-12 in Chicago's diverse Roosevelt Road corridor. This public high school maintains a favorable 10.8-to-1 student-teacher ratio with 136 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with more individualized attention than many larger urban schools.

The school ranks #174 out of 716 high schools statewide, placing it in the 76th percentile among Illinois schools. While the MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 suggests room for academic growth, the school's strong state ranking indicates it performs well relative to other Illinois high schools. St.

Ignatius College Prep draws students from a working-class neighborhood where the median household income is $66,821 and median home values reach $321,600. The surrounding community of over 82,000 residents includes 31% with bachelor's degrees or higher, though 17.4% of families face economic challenges. The school's location on West Roosevelt Road places it in the heart of Chicago's Near West Side, an area known for its cultural diversity and ongoing development.

Students benefit from urban opportunities while attending a school that maintains a more intimate learning environment despite its city setting.

As a private school, St Ignatius College Prep operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.