PAYTON COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

Payton College Preparatory HS is a public high school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 1,073 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Payton College Preparatory HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walter Payton College Preparatory High School, located in Chicago’s Near North Side, is widely considered one of the top-ranked public high schools in the United States. A selective-enrollment institution within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, Payton is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, which emphasizes honors and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework. The school is particularly noted for its strong commitment to global education, offering extensive world language programs and international exchange opportunities that prepare students for success in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

Beyond its academic reputation, Payton is characterized by a vibrant and competitive school culture. The campus is home to a diverse student body and a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive academic teams and robotics to robust athletic programs and performing arts. Housed in a modern facility that reflects its focus on technology and innovation, the school consistently maintains high performance metrics, consistently earning top-tier rankings in both state and national education reports as a premier destination for high-achieving students in the Chicago area.

For more information, contact Payton College Preparatory HS at (773) 534-0034 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.