Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairie Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Woods Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New London, MN, covering approximately 166.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 12.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Woods Elementary School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie Woods 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 Prairie Woods Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#224 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Woods Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Prairie Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, A.c.g.c. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairie Woods Elementary School?
578 students attend Prairie Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Prairie Woods Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Woods Elementary School?
Prairie Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Woods Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Woods Elementary School part of?
Prairie Woods Elementary School is part of New London-Spicer School District.
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