Excellent
#44 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 6% of private schools
Urban Prairie
Elementary School
1310 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#44 of 716
In Chicago
#16 of 162
public schools
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Urban Prairie
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Urban Prairie
Urban Prairie is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Urban Prairie serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Prairie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Urban Prairie 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Urban Prairie sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Urban Prairie is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Urban Prairie compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Urban Prairie (this school) | 8.2 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem | 9.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las | 6.5 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy | 4.9 |
| Cooper Elem Dual Language Academy | 7.2 |
| Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences | 7.7 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 5.6 |
| Chicago World Language Academy | 5.8 |
| Perez Elem School | 5.9 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd | 7.9 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| Young Magnet High School | 9.3 |
| Irving Elem School | 3.4 |
| Whittier Elem School | 6.0 |
| Walsh Elem School | 3.4 |
| Pickard Elem School | 8.2 |
| Dett Elem School | 3.0 |
| Brown W Elem School | 5.6 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center | — |
| Plamondon Elem School | 5.9 |
| Ruiz Elem School | 5.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1310 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Prairie may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEM Magnet Academy Elem (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is URBAN PRAIRIE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHILDREN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URBAN PRAIRIE WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CHILDREN OF PEACE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Cooper Elem Dual Language Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-UIC College Prep Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ST PROCOPIUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Chicago World Language Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Juarez Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Perez Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Young Magnet High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| CHICAGO HOPE ACADEMY Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
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| Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick, IL | 8.2 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 La Salle, IL | 8.2 |
| Ohio Com Cons Grade School Ohio, IL | 8.2 |
| AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park, IL | 8.1 |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox, IL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Prairie
What grades does Urban Prairie serve?
Urban Prairie serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Urban Prairie?
Urban Prairie has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Prairie?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Prairie is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Urban Prairie rank in IL?
Urban Prairie ranks #44 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Urban Prairie's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Prairie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Urban Prairie a private school?
Yes, Urban Prairie is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Urban Prairie a religious school?
No, Urban Prairie is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 733-5337
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