PRAIRIE OAK SCHOOL

Prairie Oak School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berwyn North SD 98 school district, located in Berwyn, IL with about 795 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, Prairie Oak School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Prairie Oak School, located at 1427 Oak Park Ave in Berwyn, Illinois, serves as a primary educational hub within the Berwyn South School District 100. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By utilizing a standards-based curriculum, Prairie Oak aims to provide students with a solid foundation in core subjects while encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among its diverse student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school is deeply committed to community engagement and building strong partnerships with families. Prairie Oak strives to prepare its students for future success by integrating technology into the classroom and promoting a culture of respect and responsibility. Through various extracurricular activities and targeted support services, the school works to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact Prairie Oak School at (708) 795-2442 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.