Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Prairie Du Rocher 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School's student population of 119 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#883 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School?
119 students attend Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School?
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School part of?
Prairie Du Rocher Elementary School is part of Prairie Du Rocher CCSD 134 School District.
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