Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairieland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairieland 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
Prairieland Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairieland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieland Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#441 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieland Elementary School's ranking?
Prairieland Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairieland Elementary School often compared to?
Prairieland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairieland Elementary School?
459 students attend Prairieland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Prairieland Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieland Elementary School?
Prairieland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairieland Elementary School offer ?
Prairieland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Prairieland Elementary School part of?
Prairieland Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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