Serving 666 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prussing Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prussing Elementary School's student population of 666 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Prussing Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prussing Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1464 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
49%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
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 Prussing Elementary School's ranking?
Prussing Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prussing Elementary School often compared to?
Prussing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaubien Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prussing Elementary School?
666 students attend Prussing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Prussing Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prussing Elementary School?
Prussing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prussing Elementary School offer ?
Prussing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Prussing Elementary School part of?
Prussing Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Prussing Elementary School located?
Prussing Elementary School is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Portage Park.
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