Serving 220 students in grades 5-6, Prairie Central Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Central Upper Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#985 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Prairie Central Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School is ranked #985 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Central Upper Elementary School?
220 students attend Prairie Central Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Prairie Central Upper Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Central Upper Elementary School?
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Central Upper Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Prairie Central Upper Elementary School part of?
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School is part of Prairie Central CUSD 8 School District.
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