Serving 447 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Hill Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in South Beloit, IL, covering approximately 12 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- 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 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
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 0.33, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-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 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?
447 students attend Prairie Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Prairie Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 14:1, 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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