Below Average
#3193 of 3,813 schools in IL
Williams Medical Prep High Sch
High School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4934 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,193 of 3,813
In Chicago
#532 of 630
public schools
In district
#524 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Williams Medical Prep High Sch
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About Williams Medical Prep High Sch
Williams Medical Prep High Sch is a public high school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Williams Medical Prep High Sch serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams Medical Prep High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,193 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Williams Medical Prep High Sch show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Williams Medical Prep High Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Williams Medical Prep High Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Williams Medical Prep High Sch 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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Williams Medical Prep High Sch — Students at Williams Medical Prep High Sch score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 6.6/10.
How Williams Medical Prep High Sch Compares
See how Williams Medical Prep High Sch 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
4934 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams Medical Prep High Sch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bronzeville Scholastic HS (rated 8.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tilden Career Communty Academy HS (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bronzeville Scholastic HS Chicago | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr Chicago | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Burke Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Mollison Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Hendricks Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago | 1.0 mi | 9.8 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Sherwood Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Tilden Career Communty Academy HS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Fuller Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodson South Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,105
Median Home Value
$305,200
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
42,752
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
31.9%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Donovan Sr High School Donovan, IL | 4.8 |
| Astoria High School Astoria, IL | 4.9 |
| YCCS Chtr - Chatham Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| COOP HS 7 Rossville, IL | 5.0 |
| Morrisonville High School Morrisonville, IL | 5.0 |
| A-C Central High School Ashland, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams Medical Prep High Sch
What grades does Williams Medical Prep High Sch serve?
Williams Medical Prep High Sch serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Williams Medical Prep High Sch?
Williams Medical Prep High Sch has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams Medical Prep High Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams Medical Prep High Sch is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams Medical Prep High Sch rank in IL?
Williams Medical Prep High Sch ranks #3,193 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Williams Medical Prep High Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams Medical Prep High Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Williams Medical Prep High Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams Medical Prep High Sch has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Williams Medical Prep High Sch a charter school?
No, Williams Medical Prep High Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams Medical Prep High Sch a Title I school?
No, Williams Medical Prep High Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams Medical Prep High Sch?
80.0% of students at Williams Medical Prep High Sch 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
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.0%
- Phone
- (773) 535-1120
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #524 of 621
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