Very Good
#629 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 17% in state
Based on limited data
Prairie Trails School
Elementary School · River Trails SD 26
805 N Burning Bush Ln, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#629 of 3,813
In Mt. Prospect
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
River Trails SD 26
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Prairie Trails School
Elementary School in Mt. Prospect · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Trails School
Prairie Trails School is a public elementary school in Mt. Prospect, IL, part of River Trails SD 26. Prairie Trails School serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Prairie Trails School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 3,813 schools in IL. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Prairie Trails 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Prairie Trails School Compares
See how Prairie Trails School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
805 N Burning Bush Ln, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Trails School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry Winkelman Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mt. Prospect, see our Mt. Prospect schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines | 0.6 mi | — |
| Indian Grove Elem School Mount Prospect | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| River Trails Middle School Mount Prospect | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.0 mi | — |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Prospect Heights | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| North Elementary School Des Plaines | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| WILLOWS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| PLATO ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Apollo Elem School Des Plaines | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Early Learning Center Des Plaines | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Elem School Des Plaines | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,168
Median Home Value
$376,300
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
55,989
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST HELEN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Glendale Heights, IL | 7.9 |
| Sowers Elementary School Roanoke, IL | 7.9 |
| Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace, IL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Trails School
What grades does Prairie Trails School serve?
Prairie Trails School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Prairie Trails School?
Prairie Trails School has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Trails School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Trails School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Trails School rank in IL?
Prairie Trails School ranks #629 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Prairie Trails School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Trails School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Prairie Trails School a charter school?
No, Prairie Trails School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Trails School a Title I school?
No, Prairie Trails School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Trails School?
23.5% of students at Prairie Trails 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (224) 612-7800
Resources & Links
District
River Trails SD 26- District Enrollment
- 1,501
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,707
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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