Prairie Ridge High School

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1,140 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Prairie Ridge High School, located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12 as part of Community High School District 155. Known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and robust extracurricular programming, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. Its campus on Dvorak Drive serves as a hub for the local community, fostering an environment that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with opportunities for personal development through various clubs, arts, and activities.

Beyond its academic offerings, Prairie Ridge is widely recognized for its strong tradition of athletic excellence and school spirit. The "Wolves" compete in a variety of sports, frequently achieving success at the regional and state levels, which serves as a cornerstone of the school's identity. By integrating a strong emphasis on character development, community engagement, and high academic standards, Prairie Ridge High School aims to cultivate a supportive culture that helps its diverse student body transition effectively into higher education and the professional world.

1,140

Total Students

71.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Prairie Ridge High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	955
Hispanic	129
Black	14
Asian	29
Two or More	11
American Indian	2

White
955 (83.8 %)
Hispanic
129 (11.3 %)
Asian
29 (2.5 %)
Black
14 (1.2 %)
Two or More
11 (1.0 %)
American Indian
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	CHSD 155
Phone:	(815)479-0404
Website:	http://ww2.d155.org/pr/default.aspx
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,140
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	71.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 268

Grade 10 292

Grade 11 284

Grade 12 296