Very Good
#130 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 18% of private schools
Grand Prairie School
High School
110 N LOCUST ST C/O ONARGA ACADEMY, Onarga, IL 60955
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#130 of 716
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Grand Prairie School
High School in Onarga · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grand Prairie School
Grand Prairie School is a private high school in Onarga, IL. Grand Prairie School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Prairie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Grand Prairie School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Grand Prairie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grand Prairie School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grand Prairie School compares to the 1 public school in Onarga, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Onarga
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grand Prairie School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Iroquois West Middle School | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
110 N LOCUST ST C/O ONARGA ACADEMY, Onarga, IL 60955
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Prairie School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School (rated 7.8/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Paxton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Iroquois West High School (rated 6.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Gilman), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cissna Park Sr High School (rated 6.4/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Cissna Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Onarga, see our Onarga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Iroquois West Middle School Onarga | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Iroquois West Elem School/Gilman Gilman | 3.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Iroquois West High School Gilman | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Danforth Danforth | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Thawville Thawville | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buckley | 8.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Buckley | 8.4 mi | — |
| Crescent City Grade School Crescent City | 8.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milford | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Ashkum Early Literacy Center Ashkum | 11.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Cissna Park Sr High School Cissna Park | 11.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park | 11.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cissna Park Jr High School Cissna Park | 11.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Tri-Point Jr High/Elementary Piper City | 9.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HERITAGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Roberts | 11.7 mi | — |
| John L Nash Middle School Clifton | 17.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Central High School Clifton | 17.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 18.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton | 18.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenn Raymond School Watseka | 14.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60955 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,188
Median Home Value
$105,300
Median Rent
$748/mo
Population
1,981
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
88.9%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Meredosia-Chambersburg High Sch Meredosia, IL | 7.5 |
| Brussels High School Brussels, IL | 7.6 |
| Deland-Weldon High School De Land, IL | 7.4 |
| Coulterville High School Coulterville, IL | 7.3 |
| GCE LAB SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
| Spoon River Valley Sr High Sch London Mills, IL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Prairie School
What grades does Grand Prairie School serve?
Grand Prairie School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Grand Prairie School?
Grand Prairie School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Prairie School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Prairie School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grand Prairie School rank in IL?
Grand Prairie School ranks #130 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Grand Prairie School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Prairie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grand Prairie School a private school?
Yes, Grand Prairie School is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grand Prairie School a religious school?
No, Grand Prairie School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 225 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Iroquois County
- Phone
- (815) 268-7440
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