Serving 364 students in grades 3-5, Prairieview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairieview Elementary 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
Prairieview Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairieview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieview Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#352 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieview Elementary School's ranking?
Prairieview Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairieview Elementary School often compared to?
Prairieview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Puffer School, Lakeview Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairieview Elementary School?
364 students attend Prairieview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Prairieview Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieview Elementary School?
Prairieview Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairieview Elementary School offer ?
Prairieview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Prairieview Elementary School part of?
Prairieview Elementary School is part of Center Cass SD 66 School District.
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