Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie Oak School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Oak School serves a central area in Berwyn, IL, covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 0.5-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Oak School's student population of 698 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to achieving personal, academic, and civic potential
School Rankings
Prairie Oak School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Oak School is 0.39, 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
#1917 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Oak School's ranking?
Prairie Oak School is ranked #1917 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Oak School?
698 students attend Prairie Oak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Prairie Oak School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Oak School?
Prairie Oak School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Oak School offer ?
Prairie Oak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Prairie Oak School part of?
Prairie Oak School is part of Berwyn North SD 98 School District.
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