Serving 463 students in grades 1-5, Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Elementary School's student population of 463 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Hall Elementary School, Tripp School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elementary School?
463 students attend Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Prairie Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Elementary School?
Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Prairie Elementary School part of?
Prairie Elementary School is part of Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96 School District.
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