Serving 579 students in grades 6-8, Prairie View Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie View Middle School serves the west part of Tinley Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie View Middle School's student population of 579 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie View Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie View Middle School is 0.43, 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
#790 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Middle School's ranking?
Prairie View Middle School is ranked #790 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairie View Middle School often compared to?
Prairie View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Virgil I Grissom Middle School, Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Middle School?
579 students attend Prairie View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Prairie View Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Middle School?
Prairie View Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie View Middle School offer ?
Prairie View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairie View Middle School part of?
Prairie View Middle School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
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