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#2760 of 3,813 schools in IL
Prairie-hills Junior High School
Middle School · Prairie-Hills ESD 144
16315 Richmond, Markham, IL 60428
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,760 of 3,813
In Markham
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Prairie-Hills ESD 144
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Prairie-hills Junior High School
Middle School in Markham · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Prairie-hills Steam Academy
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Primary Learning Center
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About Prairie-hills Junior High School
Prairie-hills Junior High School is a public middle school in Markham, IL, part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144. Prairie-hills Junior High School serves approximately 820 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie-hills Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,760 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie-hills Junior High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Prairie-hills Junior High School — Students at Prairie-hills Junior High School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Prairie-hills Junior High School Compares
See how Prairie-hills Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16315 Richmond, Markham, IL 60428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie-hills Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fieldcrest Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oak Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Harvey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Markham, see our Markham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Primary Learning Center Markham | 0.4 mi | — |
| PHENOMENAL KIDS ACADEMEY INC Markham | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Markham Park Elem School Markham | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Nob Hill Elem School Country Club Hills | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mae Jemison School Hazel Crest | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Central Park Elem School Midlothian | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Spaulding School Midlothian | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Bremen High School Midlothian | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Posen Elem School Posen | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,059
Median Home Value
$118,900
Median Rent
$1,686/mo
Population
10,980
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
34.2
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| Colin Powell Middle Sch Matteson, IL | 5.2 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix, IL | 5.2 |
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet, IL | 5.2 |
| Hampshire Middle School Hampshire, IL | 5.2 |
| Leman Middle School West Chicago, IL | 5.2 |
| Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie-hills Junior High School
What grades does Prairie-hills Junior High School serve?
Prairie-hills Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie-hills Junior High School?
Prairie-hills Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 820 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie-hills Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie-hills Junior High School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie-hills Junior High School rank in IL?
Prairie-hills Junior High School ranks #2,760 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Prairie-hills Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie-hills Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Prairie-hills Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie-hills Junior High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Prairie-hills Junior High School a charter school?
No, Prairie-hills Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie-hills Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Prairie-hills Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie-hills Junior High School?
95.4% of students at Prairie-hills Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 820
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (708) 210-2860
Resources & Links
District
Prairie-Hills ESD 144- District Enrollment
- 2,542
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,068
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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