Serving 777 students in grades 6-7, Prairie Knolls Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Knolls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Knolls Middle School's student population of 777 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Prairie Knolls Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Knolls Middle School is 0.59, 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
#375 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Prairie Knolls Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Knolls Middle School is ranked #375 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prairie Knolls Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Knolls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wredling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Knolls Middle School?
777 students attend Prairie Knolls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Prairie Knolls Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Knolls Middle School?
Prairie Knolls Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Knolls Middle School offer ?
Prairie Knolls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Prairie Knolls Middle School part of?
Prairie Knolls Middle School is part of Central CUSD 301 School District.
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