Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Prairie South Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Prairie South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Prairie South Elementary School's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Prairie South 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 West Prairie South Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#559 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
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 South Elementary School's ranking?
West Prairie South Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Prairie South Elementary School?
177 students attend West Prairie South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of West Prairie South Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Prairie South Elementary School?
West Prairie South Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Prairie South Elementary School offer ?
West Prairie South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Prairie South Elementary School part of?
West Prairie South Elementary School is part of West Prairie CUSD 103 School District.
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