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Primary Learning Center
School · Prairie-Hills ESD 144
3215 W 162Nd St, Markham, IL 60428
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Primary Learning Center
Primary Learning Center is a public school in Markham, IL, part of the Prairie-Hills ESD 144. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,059, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Primary Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 3215 W 162Nd St, Markham, IL 60428
- Phone
- (708) 331-3364
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
3215 W 162Nd St, Markham, IL 60428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Primary Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riley Early Childhood Center (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Harvey). Additionally, Spaulding School (rated 4.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Midlothian). For more schools in Markham, see our Markham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PHENOMENAL KIDS ACADEMEY INC Markham | 0.5 mi | — |
| Markham Park Elem School Markham | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Nob Hill Elem School Country Club Hills | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Central Park Elem School Midlothian | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Mae Jemison School Hazel Crest | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bremen High School Midlothian | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Spaulding School Midlothian | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Posen Elem School Posen | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.5 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.5 mi | — |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Primary Learning Center has a median household income of $53,059. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,900, with a median rent of $1,686/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Primary Learning Center
What grades does Primary Learning Center serve?
Primary Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Primary Learning Center?
Primary Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Primary Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Primary Learning Center is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Primary Learning Center a charter school?
No, Primary Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Primary Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Primary Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Primary Learning Center?
100.0% of students at Primary Learning Center 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
- County Safety
- Low (42/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 331-3364
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Prairie-Hills ESD 144- District Enrollment
- 2,542
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,068
Other Schools in This District
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