Proegler School serves 466 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Proegler School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Proegler School's student population of 466 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1920
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
ONE Community, ONE District, ONE Vision, for All Children
School Rankings
The diversity score of Proegler School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
12%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Proegler School?
466 students attend Proegler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Proegler School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Proegler School?
Proegler School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Proegler School offer ?
Proegler School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Proegler School part of?
Proegler School is part of Kankakee SD 111 School District.
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