Prairie Grove Elem School

Prairie Grove Elementary School serves 533 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in Crystal Lake, Illinois. With 43 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.8 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #331 out of 3,819 Illinois elementary schools, placing it in the 91st percentile statewide.

Prairie Grove achieves an impressive 8.8 out of 10 academic score, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence. In English Language Arts and reading assessments, 49% of students perform at proficient levels or above across all tested grades. Located on Illinois Route 176, Prairie Grove Elementary sits within the 60014 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $102,530 and median home values of $275,900.

The community is well-educated, with 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of 6.1%. This affluent suburban neighborhood of nearly 49,000 residents provides a stable, supportive environment that contributes to the school's academic success. Prairie Grove Elementary operates as a regular public school within Crystal Lake's large suburban setting, serving families who value educational achievement and community involvement.