Serving 251 students in grades 5-8, North Prairie Jr 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Prairie Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Prairie Jr High School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
North Prairie Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Prairie Jr High School is 0.64, 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
#2114 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
35%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North Prairie Jr High School's ranking?
North Prairie Jr High School is ranked #2114 out of 3,426 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Prairie Jr High School?
251 students attend North Prairie Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Prairie Jr High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Prairie Jr High School?
North Prairie Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Prairie Jr High School offer ?
North Prairie Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is North Prairie Jr High School part of?
North Prairie Jr High School is part of Winthrop Harbor SD 1 School District.
School Calendar
View the North Prairie Jr High School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Release (WHSD1 District Calendar)
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School For Students (WHSD1 District Calendar)
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (WHSD1 District Calendar)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (WHSD1 District Calendar)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School (WHSD1 District Calendar)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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