Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Prairie Central Primary East 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 1% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Central Primary East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Community Size
School Overview
Prairie Central Primary East's student population of 148 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
We at PC Elementary have as our mission to develop the uniqueness of each child: academically, physically, emotionally, and artistically. Each child will be provided the opportunity to become a responsible and productive member of society. This will be ac
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie Central Primary East is 0.34, 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)20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Prairie Central Primary East?
148 students attend Prairie Central Primary East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prairie Central Primary East students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Central Primary East?
Prairie Central Primary East has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Central Primary East offer ?
Prairie Central Primary East offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Prairie Central Primary East part of?
Prairie Central Primary East is part of Prairie Central CUSD 8 School District.
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