Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Prairie Elementary School serves the southern part of Crystal Lake, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Prairie Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Empowering All Students: Learners Today - Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Prairie Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1053 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
80%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Indian Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Ridge Elementary School, Olson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School?
496 students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Indian Prairie Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Prairie Elementary School?
Indian Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Indian Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Prairie Elementary School part of?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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