Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Prairie View 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie View Elementary School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie View 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 Prairie View 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
#258 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sandwich Community Unit School District 430
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?
197 students attend Prairie View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Prairie View Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School offer ?
Prairie View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Prairie View Elementary School part of?
Prairie View Elementary School is part of Sandwich Community Unit School District 430.
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