Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Prairie Elementary School serves the southern part of Sycamore, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 8.6 square miles, where most families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.9 miles, with the furthest boundary located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Prairie Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Prairie 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 South Prairie Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1200 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
South Prairie Elementary School is ranked #1200 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
South Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Prairie Elementary School?
456 students attend South Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Prairie Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Prairie Elementary School?
South Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Prairie Elementary School offer ?
South Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Prairie Elementary School part of?
South Prairie Elementary School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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