Jones College Prep High School vs South Loop Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 756 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jones College Prep High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,954 students
South Loop Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
847 students
| Measure | Jones College Prep High School Chicago, Illinois | South Loop Elem School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #8 of 691 | #831 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #1176 of 16,910 | #25062 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,954 | 847 |
| Enrollment | 1,954 | 847 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38% | 27.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 39% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jones College Prep High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.6 vs 50.2).
- •Jones College Prep High School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 39%).
- •Jones College Prep High School does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 47%).
- •South Loop Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 38%).
- •South Loop Elem School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.0).
- •Jones College Prep High School is the larger school with 1,954 students compared with 847.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jones College Prep High School better than South Loop Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jones College Prep High School ranks higher (80.6 vs 50.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jones College Prep High School and South Loop Elem School?
About 756 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jones College Prep High School: 1,954. South Loop Elem School: 847. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jones College Prep High School and South Loop Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jones College Prep High School is 8th of 691 and South Loop Elem School is 831st of 2,303 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).