Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prairie Crossing Charter 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 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Crossing Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Crossing Charter School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Crossing Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Crossing Charter School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Crossing Charter School's ranking?
Prairie Crossing Charter School is ranked #486 out of 3,663 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Crossing Charter School?
427 students attend Prairie Crossing Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Prairie Crossing Charter School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Crossing Charter School?
Prairie Crossing Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairie Crossing Charter School offer ?
Prairie Crossing Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Prairie Crossing Charter School part of?
Prairie Crossing Charter School is part of Prairie Crossing Charter School District.
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