Serving 770 students in grades 6-7, Prairie Knolls Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Knolls Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Elgin, IL, covering approximately 83.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Knolls Middle 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 Knolls Middle School's student population of 770 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Prairie Knolls Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Knolls Middle School is 0.58, 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
#350 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Knolls Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Knolls Middle School is ranked #350 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairie Knolls Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Knolls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wredling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Knolls Middle School?
770 students attend Prairie Knolls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Prairie Knolls Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Knolls Middle School?
Prairie Knolls Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Knolls Middle School offer ?
Prairie Knolls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Prairie Knolls Middle School part of?
Prairie Knolls Middle School is part of Central CUSD 301 School District.
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