Serving 116 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairieview-Ogden South Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Ogden, IL, encompassing approximately 100 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School's student population of 116 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School's ranking?
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School often compared to?
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Jh And Elementary School, St. Joseph Elementary School, Prairieview-ogden North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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-ogden South Elementary School?
116 students attend Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School?
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School offer ?
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School part of?
Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School is part of Prairieview-Ogden CCSD 197 School District.
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