Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Prairieview Elementary 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairieview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Prairieview Elementary School's student population of 660 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Prairieview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieview Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#917 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieview Elementary School's ranking?
Prairieview Elementary School is ranked #917 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairieview Elementary School often compared to?
Prairieview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beebe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairieview Elementary School?
660 students attend Prairieview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Prairieview Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieview Elementary School?
Prairieview Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairieview Elementary School offer ?
Prairieview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Prairieview Elementary School part of?
Prairieview Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
School Reviews
5 11/23/2009
Quality of teaching is great! Current principal is more concerned about his job than helping students with special needs. District u-46 is WAY too large, making it difficult to address the needs of individual students, schools and communities. Good parental involvement greatly enhances the quality of this school.
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