Serving 374 students in grades 1-5, Prairiewood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairiewood Elementary School serves the southern part of Woodstock, IL, covering an area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairiewood Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairiewood 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 Prairiewood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1636 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairiewood Elementary School's ranking?
Prairiewood Elementary School is ranked #1636 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairiewood Elementary School?
374 students attend Prairiewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Prairiewood Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairiewood Elementary School?
Prairiewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairiewood Elementary School offer ?
Prairiewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Prairiewood Elementary School part of?
Prairiewood Elementary School is part of Woodstock CUSD 200 School District.
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