Average
#1605 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 42% in state
Steinmetz College Prep HS
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3030 N Mobile Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Enrollment
1,333
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,333
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,605 of 3,813
In Chicago
#222 of 630
public schools
In district
#218 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Steinmetz College Prep HS
Steinmetz College Prep HS is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Steinmetz College Prep HS serves approximately 1,333 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Steinmetz College Prep HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Steinmetz College Prep HS show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Steinmetz College Prep HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
74% of students at Steinmetz College Prep HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Steinmetz College Prep HS — Students at Steinmetz College Prep HS score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Steinmetz College Prep HS Compares
See how Steinmetz College Prep HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3030 N Mobile Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steinmetz College Prep HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chicago Academy High School (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHANGING OASIS, INC (rated 2.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ICCI ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Lyon Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Locke J Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Camras Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CHANGING OASIS, INC Chicago | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CICS - West Belden Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Reinberg Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Horizon Science Acad-Belmont Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Burbank Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Bridge Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lovett Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| Smyser Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Schubert Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,997
Median Home Value
$333,900
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
74,418
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carbondale Comm H S Carbondale, IL | 6.5 |
| DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Sterling High School Sterling, IL | 6.5 |
| Centennial High School Champaign, IL | 6.6 |
| Clemente Community Academy HS Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steinmetz College Prep HS
What grades does Steinmetz College Prep HS serve?
Steinmetz College Prep HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Steinmetz College Prep HS?
Steinmetz College Prep HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steinmetz College Prep HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Steinmetz College Prep HS is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steinmetz College Prep HS rank in IL?
Steinmetz College Prep HS ranks #1,605 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Steinmetz College Prep HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Steinmetz College Prep HS 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.
What are the test scores at Steinmetz College Prep HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steinmetz College Prep HS has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Steinmetz College Prep HS a charter school?
No, Steinmetz College Prep HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steinmetz College Prep HS a Title I school?
No, Steinmetz College Prep HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steinmetz College Prep HS?
88.7% of students at Steinmetz College Prep HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.7%
- Phone
- (773) 534-3030
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #218 of 621
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