Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Prairie Central Primary West ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Central Primary West's student population of 278 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie Central Primary West is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Prairie Central Primary West often compared to?
Prairie Central Primary Westis often viewed alongside schools like Epg Middle School, Carlock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Central Primary West?
278 students attend Prairie Central Primary West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Prairie Central Primary West students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Central Primary West?
Prairie Central Primary West has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Central Primary West offer ?
Prairie Central Primary West offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Prairie Central Primary West part of?
Prairie Central Primary West is part of Prairie Central CUSD 8 School District.
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