Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, West Prairie Senior High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Prairie Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
West Prairie Senior High School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Prairie Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prairie Senior High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1646 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
99%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prairie Senior High School's ranking?
West Prairie Senior High School is ranked #1646 out of 3,663 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Prairie Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Prairie Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Prairie Senior High School?
160 students attend West Prairie Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of West Prairie Senior High School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Prairie Senior High School?
West Prairie Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Prairie Senior High School offer ?
West Prairie Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Prairie Senior High School part of?
West Prairie Senior High School is part of West Prairie CUSD 103 School District.
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