Excellent
#16 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 2% of private schools
Wolcott School
High School
524 N WOLCOTT AVE, Chicago, IL 60622
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#16 of 716
In Chicago
#7 of 162
public schools
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About Wolcott School
Wolcott School is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Wolcott School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wolcott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Wolcott School 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 4.9:1 students to teachers, Wolcott School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wolcott School 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 Wolcott School compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wolcott School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep | 6.9 |
| Wells Community Academy HS | 6.1 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep | 7.4 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus | 6.8 |
| Ogden Int High School | 5.6 |
| IYC Chicago | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep | 6.7 |
| Clemente Community Academy HS | 6.4 |
| Young Magnet High School | 9.3 |
| Crane Medical Prep HS | 6.1 |
| Phoenix Military Academy HS | 7.6 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts | 7.5 |
| YCCS-Albizu Campos Puerto Rican | 5.9 |
| YCCS-West Town Academy Alt HS | 6.8 |
| Westinghouse High School | 7.6 |
| YCCS-Association House | 6.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-UIC College Prep | 5.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-The Noble Academy | 6.1 |
| Marshall Metropolitan High School | 5.9 |
| Manley Career Academy High School | 5.9 |
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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
524 N WOLCOTT AVE, Chicago, IL 60622
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wolcott School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Talcott Elem School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mitchell Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Otis Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Wells Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MALACHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Dett Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| ST HELEN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Chopin Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Pritzker Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60622 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,852
Median Home Value
$622,900
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
53,696
College Educated
72.8%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wolcott School
What grades does Wolcott School serve?
Wolcott School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wolcott School?
Wolcott School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wolcott School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wolcott School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wolcott School rank in IL?
Wolcott School ranks #16 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Wolcott School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wolcott School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wolcott School a private school?
Yes, Wolcott School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Wolcott School a religious school?
No, Wolcott School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 610-4900
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