Serving 63 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grand Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Prairie Elementary School serves the entire district in Centralia, IL, covering an area of approximately 35.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Prairie Elementary School's student population of 63 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Prairie Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Grand Prairie Elementary School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grand Prairie Elementary School?
63 students attend Grand Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Grand Prairie Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Prairie Elementary School?
Grand Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Grand Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Grand Prairie Elementary School part of?
Grand Prairie Elementary School is part of Grand Prairie CCSD 6 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It''s a really nice school.
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