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#1506 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 40% in state
Prairie Oak School
Elementary School · Berwyn North SD 98
1427 Oak Park Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,506 of 3,813
In Berwyn
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Berwyn North SD 98
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Prairie Oak School
Elementary School in Berwyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Oak School
Prairie Oak School is a public elementary school in Berwyn, IL, part of Berwyn North SD 98. Prairie Oak School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Oak School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Prairie Oak School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie Oak School — Students at Prairie Oak School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 6.8/10.
How Prairie Oak School Compares
See how Prairie Oak School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1427 Oak Park Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Oak School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field Stevenson Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berwyn, see our Berwyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Jefferson Elem School Berwyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Irving Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Piper School Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Longfellow Elem School Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Warren Park School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Forest Park Middle School Forest Park | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,993
Median Home Value
$277,800
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
63,867
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Einstein Elem School Hanover Park, IL | 6.6 |
| Beckemeyer Elem School Hillsboro, IL | 6.6 |
| Chesak Elementary School Lake In The Hills, IL | 6.6 |
| FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.6 |
| Glenbrook Elem School Streamwood, IL | 6.6 |
| Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Oak School
What grades does Prairie Oak School serve?
Prairie Oak School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie Oak School?
Prairie Oak School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Oak School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Oak School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Oak School rank in IL?
Prairie Oak School ranks #1,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Prairie Oak School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Oak School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Oak School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Prairie Oak School a charter school?
No, Prairie Oak School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Oak School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Oak School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Oak School?
64.8% of students at Prairie Oak 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (708) 795-2442
Resources & Links
District
Berwyn North SD 98- District Enrollment
- 2,483
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,692
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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