Prairie School Of DuPage
Prairie School of DuPage is a private elementary school in Wheaton, IL for families seeking a progressive, nature-based approach to education.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Prairie School Of DuPage ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Makers Lab, Yearbook Club
Makers Lab, Yearbook Club
School Notes
- Place-based education at Prairie School of DuPage uses what is local-the unique environment, community, culture, and history of a specific place as a foundation for literacy, mathematics, social studies, science, as well as other subjects. Place-based education encourages teachers and students to use the school grounds, community, public lands, and other special places as resources, turning communities into classrooms. Beginning with an inquiry, lessons are project-focused, inherently personalized by teachers and students, and lead to problem solving, critical thinking, and authentic learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Prairie School Of DuPage offer?
Prairie School Of DuPage offers 1 interscholastic sports: Cross Country.
What is Prairie School Of DuPage's ranking?
Prairie School Of DuPage ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Prairie School Of DuPage?
The application deadline for Prairie School Of DuPage is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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