Raynaus and Mr. Denny, were the first settlers to arrive that following year, although the first claim came from Stillman Smith.

Farmers began to settle the North Prairie in the 1830s to raise their prize livestock and grain.

St. John's Lutheran Church was built in 1877 and North Prairie later incorporated in 1919.

Morey Milk Condensery opened a plant in 1917 and by 1920 North Prairie saw a jump in growth due to this industry.

Morey Milk employed over 200 people and became a primary source of income to more than 85% of the village households.

[9] Located in Waukesha County, North Prairie was in the center of a world-leading region of dairy production.

With the decline of local dairy production due to urban sprawl, North Prairie has become a bedroom community for commuters to Milwaukee, Waukesha, and surrounding communities.

16.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

11.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Under the direction of Village President, the Village Board[11] oversees the functions of the Board of Review, Clerk/Treasurer, Zoning Board of Appeals, Trustees, North Prairie CDA, Finance Committee, Emergency Board, Public Safety and Protective Services, Public Works - Building and Grounds, Municipal Court, Planning Commission, and Police Department.

Prairie View Elementary School is located on Highway E, set into the gently rolling hills and oak savanna of the kettle moraine area of Wisconsin.