Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Viking Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Viking Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Pelican Rapids school district, encompassing approximately 329.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.2 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum of 14.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Viking Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Viking Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viking Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#966 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
36%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viking Elementary School's ranking?
Viking Elementary School is ranked #966 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Viking Elementary School often compared to?
Viking Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelican Rapids Secondary, Rothsay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Viking Elementary School?
468 students attend Viking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Viking Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viking Elementary School?
Viking Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Viking Elementary School offer ?
Viking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viking Elementary School part of?
Viking Elementary School is part of Pelican Rapids School District.
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