Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Prather Elementary 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prather Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Prather Elementary School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prather Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Granite City CUSD 9 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Prather Elementary School?
612 students attend Prather Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Prather Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prather Elementary School?
Prather Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prather Elementary School offer ?
Prather Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Prather Elementary School part of?
Prather Elementary School is part of Granite City CUSD 9 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Prather is an excellent school. My son has been attending for 3 years and has had exceptional teachers! The teachers are well prepared, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Prather is the Best Kept secret in Granite City!
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