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Prairie Elementary School

1801 CENTER RD, WAUKESHA, WI 53189

Top 10% School in Wisconsin

Ranked 16 of 144 in Wisconsin

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About Prairie Elementary School

Prairie Elementary School is known for its friendly atmosphere and a steady learning structure that works well for many families. Parents often describe the school as approachable, especially for younger students easing into their early grades. Math proficiency usually lands in the mid-50% range, placing Prairie close to Hawthorne and Hillcrest, though slightly below stronger performers like Summit View or Meadowbrook. Teachers take a patient approach, focusing on reinforcing the basics through hands-on practice and simple, clear lessons. Families sometimes compare Prairie with Bethesda Elementary, which sits slightly lower in math, and Rose Glen Elementary, which tends to perform a little higher. Parents with academically advanced children may explore the district’s accelerated pathways later on, but many choose to stay because Prairie offers a gentle pace and a supportive environment. Three-bedroom rentals near Prairie generally range from $1,700 to $2,300 depending on the street. The nearest major high school is Waukesha West High School, known for alumni who’ve moved into engineering, business, athletics, healthcare, and the arts. Prairie Elementary offers a balanced, neighborly school experience.

Prairie Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1801 CENTER RD, WAUKESHA, WI 53189

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Phone

(262) 970-2205

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 47% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
5
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
326
Total Students
$77865
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 16 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Prairie Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM – 3:40 PM, Early Release: Selected Fridays at 1:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 66.7%
Asian 3.8%
Hispanic 12.8%
Black 8.7%
Two+ Races 8.1%
Native Am. 0%
White
66.7%
Asian
3.8%
Hispanic
12.8%
Black
8.7%
Two+ Races
8.1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 326
51.6%
168 Female
48.4%
158 Male

Student Population

326 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

2013 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Prairie Elementary recently held its winter reading celebration. A family math activity evening is coming up next month.

FAQ

Q1. What academic support does Prairie Elementary provide?

Ans. Students receive small-group help in reading and math to build essential early skills.

Q2. How does the school share updates with families?

Ans. Parents get newsletters, weekly emails, and simple classroom notices.

Q3. Are enrichment options available for advanced learners?

Ans. Yes, teachers offer extended projects, deeper reading activities, and enrichment challenges.

Q4. Do new students adjust easily at Prairie Elementary?

Ans. Most do because routines are predictable and staff members create a welcoming setting.

Q5. Does Prairie host family involvement events?

Ans. Yes, the school organizes literacy nights, seasonal programs, and hands-on learning evenings.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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