Serving 1,032 students in grades 9-12, Hancock College Preparatory High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,032 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hancock College Preparatory High School's student population of 1,032 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Mascot
Eagles
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,032 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Hancock College Preparatory High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock College Preparatory High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Hancock College Preparatory High School is ranked #492 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hancock College Preparatory High School often compared to?
Hancock College Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solorio Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hancock College Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Hancock College Preparatory High School is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hancock College Preparatory High School?
1,032 students attend Hancock College Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hancock College Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hancock College Preparatory High School?
Hancock College Preparatory High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hancock College Preparatory High School offer ?
Hancock College Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hancock College Preparatory High School part of?
Hancock College Preparatory High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hancock College Preparatory High School located?
Hancock College Preparatory High School is located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in West Elsdon.
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