Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairie Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Hill Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Students First, Always.
School Rankings
Prairie Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Hill Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#118 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
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 Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Hill Elementary School is ranked #118 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Hill Elementary School?
470 students attend Prairie Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Prairie Hill Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Hill Elementary School?
Prairie Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Hill Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Prairie Hill Elementary School part of?
Prairie Hill Elementary School is part of Prairie Hill CCSD 133 School District.
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