Serving 80 students in grades 7-8, West Prairie Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Prairie Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 246.6 square miles in Colchester, IL. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Prairie Junior High School's student population of 80 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
West Prairie Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Prairie Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prairie Junior High School's ranking?
West Prairie Junior High School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Prairie Junior High School?
80 students attend West Prairie Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Prairie Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Prairie Junior High School?
West Prairie Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Prairie Junior High School offer ?
West Prairie Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Prairie Junior High School part of?
West Prairie Junior High School is part of West Prairie CUSD 103 School District.
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