Serving 526 students in grades 5-8, Prairie Wind Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Wind Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Perham school district, covering an area of approximately 351.5 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 12.3 miles, and the furthest edge located 17.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Wind Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Wind Middle School's student population of 526 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Prairie Wind Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Wind Middle School is 0.35, 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
#667 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Wind Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Wind Middle School is ranked #667 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairie Wind Middle School?
526 students attend Prairie Wind Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prairie Wind Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Wind Middle School?
Prairie Wind Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Wind Middle School offer ?
Prairie Wind Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Wind Middle School part of?
Prairie Wind Middle School is part of Perham-Dent Public School District.
School Reviews
Review Prairie Wind Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
