Serving 454 students in grades 3-5, Prairie Trail 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Trail School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Wadsworth, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 14 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Trail School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Education that Inspires...Opportunities for All
School Rankings
Prairie Trail 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 Trail School is 0.69, 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
#2962 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Trail School's ranking?
Prairie Trail School is ranked #2962 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairie Trail School often compared to?
Prairie Trail Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Trail School?
454 students attend Prairie Trail School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Prairie Trail School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Trail School?
Prairie Trail School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Trail School offer ?
Prairie Trail School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Prairie Trail School part of?
Prairie Trail School is part of Gurnee SD 56 School District.
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