Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Parkers Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Parkers Prairie Elementary encompasses the entire school district in Parkers Prairie, MN, covering approximately 198.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkers Prairie Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Prairie Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkers Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Parkers Prairie Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Parkers Prairie Elementary School?
251 students attend Parkers Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Parkers Prairie Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkers Prairie Elementary School?
Parkers Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkers Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Parkers Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkers Prairie Elementary School part of?
Parkers Prairie Elementary School is part of Parkers Prairie Public School District.
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