Serving 247 students in grades 5-8, North Prairie Jr 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 15-19% (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 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Prairie Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Prairie Jr High School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Prairie Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Prairie Jr High School is 0.64, 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
#2291 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 North Prairie Jr High School's ranking?
North Prairie Jr High School is ranked #2291 out of 3,663 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?
15-19% 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 32% IL state average).
How many students attend North Prairie Jr High School?
247 students attend North Prairie Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Prairie Jr High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Prairie Jr High School?
North Prairie Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Prairie Jr High School offer ?
North Prairie Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is North Prairie Jr High School part of?
North Prairie Jr High School is part of Winthrop Harbor SD 1 School District.
School Calendar
View the North Prairie Jr High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Release (WF NP 11:15am) (WHSD1 District Calendar)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day for Students (WHSD1 District Calendar)
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (WHSD1 District Calendar)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School (WHSD1 District Calendar)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release (WHSD1 District Calendar)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
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