Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln Prairie Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Prairie Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lake In The Hills, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with distances from the school to the edge of the attendance zone averaging about 0.9 miles and extending up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Prairie Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#707 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School is ranked #707 out of 3,542 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Prairie Elementary School?
479 students attend Lincoln Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lincoln Prairie Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Prairie Elementary School?
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln Prairie Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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