Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prairie Crossing Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Crossing Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Crossing Charter School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Children are our best hope to improve the world.
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Prairie Crossing Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Crossing Charter School is 0.49, 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
#419 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Crossing Charter School's ranking?
Prairie Crossing Charter School is ranked #419 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Crossing Charter School?
432 students attend Prairie Crossing Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Prairie Crossing Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Crossing Charter School?
Prairie Crossing Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Crossing Charter School offer ?
Prairie Crossing Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Prairie Crossing Charter School part of?
Prairie Crossing Charter School is part of Prairie Crossing Charter School District.
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