Northside College Preparatory High School
- Public, Magnet
- CHICAGO, IL
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Northside College Preparatory High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- CHICAGO, IL
- Rating 4.06 out of 5 617 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade B
- Foodgrade B
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A
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Northside College Preparatory High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
95%
Percent Proficient - Math
94%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1380
511 responses
Average ACT
31
433 responses
AP Enrollment
59%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade D+
Median Household Income
$62,612
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,150
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$340,192
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
97%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 78 responsesPoll
91%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 78 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,027
Free or Reduced Lunch
43%
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 86 responses95%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 86 responses45%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 86 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$80,302
Teachers in First/Second Year
9.3%
88%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 102 responses93%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 102 responses92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 102 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
Expenses Per Student
$15,409 / year
National
$12,23994%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 106 responses59%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 107 responses93%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 107 responsesSimilar Schools
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Northside College Preparatory High School Reviews
Rating 4.06 out of 5 617 reviews
Northside is very inclusive and lively. Students are involved in all parts of the school such as the production of a musical, the display of sculptural work, and even the spread of awareness for minority groups. At Northside, the individual is strengthened in personal and academic identity. It’s rigorous tasks and unique class schedules prepare students for college academia. As a fellow Northsider, I can say that there was a difficult adjustment to Northside’s expectations, however, I have found an amazing and supportive community alongside it. If you are considering Northside, I hope you are warmed by it’s strengths in education and community!
I've enjoyed the community, and staff at NCP. The students are responsible, respectful, and trustworthy. The only "negative" thing I've experienced at the school is the heavy workload. But the teachers are understanding of how much work is given to us and I'm thankful for that!
Northside is a very unique school that is academically driven but not lacking in other areas. Though we’re known for our rigorous courses and intelligent students, we also have many talented sports teams and a bunch of clubs to join. The teachers are always trying to help and support their students however they can and our unusual block schedule is actually one of my favorite aspects of the school. As a rising junior I’ve had both of my years at NCP in person and the staggering of classes plus Wednesday as a study hall helps makes course work a lot more manageable. And colloquiums on Wednesday are really fun. In sophomore year I was in a comic making colloquium first semester which was not only enjoyable but I also learned a lot about comic making. Second semester I joined our videography club and learning a lot about cameras and filmmaking. Going to a school like Northside can be pretty stressful but I think it’s worth the occasional struggle to be apart of such a great community.