Prairie Trails School serves 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Trails School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairie Trails School's student population of 175 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie Trails 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
47%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Prairie Trails School?
175 students attend Prairie Trails School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Prairie Trails School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Trails School?
Prairie Trails School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Trails School offer ?
Prairie Trails School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Prairie Trails School part of?
Prairie Trails School is part of River Trails SD 26 School District.
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