Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Blooming Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blooming Prairie Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Blooming Prairie school district, encompassing approximately 177.4 square miles. The area is situated within a typical driving distance of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blooming Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blooming Prairie Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blooming Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blooming Prairie Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blossoms
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blooming Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Blooming Prairie Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Blooming Prairie Elementary School?
341 students attend Blooming Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blooming Prairie Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blooming Prairie Elementary School?
Blooming Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blooming Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Blooming Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blooming Prairie Elementary School part of?
Blooming Prairie Elementary School is part of Blooming Prairie School District.
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