Kenwood Academy High School vs King College Prep High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kenwood Academy High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 7–12
2,268 students
King College Prep High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
819 students
| Measure | Kenwood Academy High School Chicago, Illinois | King College Prep High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #212 of 691 | #514 of 691 |
| National rank | #9860 of 16,910 | #14637 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,268 | 819 |
| Enrollment | 2,268 | 819 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kenwood Academy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 23.7).
- •Kenwood Academy High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Kenwood Academy High School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Kenwood Academy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.8% vs 82.8%).
- •King College Prep High School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.4).
- •Kenwood Academy High School is the larger school with 2,268 students compared with 819.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Kenwood Academy High School better than King College Prep High School?
On the Success Index (US), Kenwood Academy High School ranks higher (44.3 vs 23.7 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 Kenwood Academy High School and King College Prep High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kenwood Academy High School: 2,268. King College Prep High School: 819. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kenwood Academy High School and King College Prep High School rank in Illinois?
Kenwood Academy High School is 212th of 691 and King College Prep High School is 514th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).