Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Prairie Elementary 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 51% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
East Prairie Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Prairie Elementary 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 East Prairie Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#480 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
East Prairie Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
East Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Mccracken 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend East Prairie Elementary School?
515 students attend East Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of East Prairie Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Prairie Elementary School?
East Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Prairie Elementary School offer ?
East Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is East Prairie Elementary School part of?
East Prairie Elementary School is part of East Prairie SD 73 School District.
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Date
Spring Break!
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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