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#310 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 43% of private schools
St Ignatius College Prep
High School
1076 W ROOSEVELT RD, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
1,473
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,473
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#310 of 716
In Chicago
#85 of 162
public schools
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St Ignatius College Prep
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About St Ignatius College Prep
St Ignatius College Prep is a private high school in Chicago, IL. St Ignatius College Prep serves approximately 1,473 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ignatius College Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Ignatius 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
BetaHow St Ignatius College Prep compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ignatius College Prep (this school) | 6.6 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS | 5.3 |
| Young Magnet High School | 9.3 |
| Noble St Chtr-UIC College Prep | 5.1 |
| Juarez Community Academy HS | 6.4 |
| Jones College Prep High School | 8.8 |
| Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep | 6.7 |
| Intrinsic 2 Charter High School | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus | 5.4 |
| Crane Medical Prep HS | 6.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep | 6.9 |
| YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr | 6.3 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep | 7.4 |
| Ogden Int High School | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Military Academy HS | 7.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep | 6.9 |
| IYC Chicago | — |
| IJLA Charter High School | 7.0 |
| IHSCA Charter High School | 4.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus | 6.8 |
| Wells Community Academy HS | 6.1 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1076 W ROOSEVELT RD, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ignatius College Prep may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Young Magnet High School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chicago Technology Academy HS (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Jungman Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PROCOPIUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Chicago World Language Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| CITY GARDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Perez Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| URBAN PRAIRIE Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| URBAN PRAIRIE WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Young Magnet High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Walsh Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT WEST LOOP Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centennial High School Champaign, IL | 6.6 |
| Collinsville High School Collinsville, IL | 6.6 |
| DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island, IL | 6.6 |
| Mahomet-Seymour High School Mahomet, IL | 6.6 |
| Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale, IL | 6.5 |
| DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ignatius College Prep
What grades does St Ignatius College Prep serve?
St Ignatius College Prep serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Ignatius College Prep?
St Ignatius College Prep has an enrollment of approximately 1,473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius College Prep?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius College Prep is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ignatius College Prep rank in IL?
St Ignatius College Prep ranks #310 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Ignatius College Prep's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ignatius College Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Ignatius College Prep a private school?
Yes, St Ignatius 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 St Ignatius College Prep a religious school?
St Ignatius College Prep has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,473
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 136
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 192 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 432-8307
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