North-Grand High School vs Northside College Preparatory Hs
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 8.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North-Grand High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,061 students
Northside College Preparatory Hs
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,061 students
| Measure | North-Grand High School Chicago, Illinois | Northside College Preparatory Hs Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #609 of 691 | #4 of 691 |
| National rank | #16084 of 16,910 | #729 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,061 | 1,061 |
| Enrollment | 1,061 | 1,061 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 36.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 97% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 94% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside College Preparatory Hs scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 14.8).
- •Northside College Preparatory Hs does better on math proficiency (94% vs 9%).
- •Northside College Preparatory Hs does better on reading proficiency (97% vs 10%).
- •Northside College Preparatory Hs does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.2% vs 88.2%).
- •North-Grand High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.9).
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 North-Grand High School better than Northside College Preparatory Hs?
On the Success Index (US), Northside College Preparatory Hs ranks higher (84.2 vs 14.8 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 North-Grand High School and Northside College Preparatory Hs?
About 8.0 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North-Grand High School: 1,061. Northside College Preparatory Hs: 1,061. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North-Grand High School and Northside College Preparatory Hs rank in Illinois?
North-Grand High School is 609th of 691 and Northside College Preparatory Hs is 4th of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).