Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Prairie North Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Prairie North Elementary serves the northern part of its district in Good Hope, IL, covering an area of approximately 137.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Prairie North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Prairie North Elementary School's student population of 141 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Prairie North Elementary 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 North Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1890 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Prairie North Elementary School's ranking?
West Prairie North Elementary School is ranked #1890 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?
25-29% 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 North Elementary School?
141 students attend West Prairie North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Prairie North Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 West Prairie North Elementary School?
West Prairie North Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Prairie North Elementary School offer ?
West Prairie North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Prairie North Elementary School part of?
West Prairie North Elementary School is part of West Prairie CUSD 103 School District.
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