Serving 99 students in grades 7-8, West Prairie Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Prairie Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West Prairie Junior High School's student population of 99 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Prairie Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prairie Junior High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2626 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prairie Junior High School's ranking?
West Prairie Junior High School is ranked #2626 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Prairie Junior High School?
99 students attend West Prairie Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Prairie Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Prairie Junior High School?
West Prairie Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Prairie Junior High School offer ?
West Prairie Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Prairie Junior High School part of?
West Prairie Junior High School is part of West Prairie CUSD 103 School District.
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