About the School
Southland College Preparatory, also known as Southland College Preparatory Charter High School, is a public charter high school located in Richton Park, Illinois. Founded in 2009 and opening in 2010, it is the first free public charter school in suburban Chicago and the only charter high school in Illinois to receive an "exemplary" ranking from state officials. The school serves students from Richton Park and surrounding communities, with an enrollment of approximately 575??86 students in grades 9??2 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. The school offers a comprehensive, four-year college-preparatory education designed to ensure that every student graduates and gains acceptance into a four-year college or university. Its rigorous curriculum includes core subjects and specialized courses such as Computer Science and Broadcast Journalism. Southland College Preparatory emphasizes a supportive learning environment, with programs aimed at maximizing student potential and providing necessar