WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WADENA, MN with about 429 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY School, located in Wadena, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Wadena-Deer Creek School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential skills for its K-6 student population. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the staff aims to prepare students for future educational success while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and personal responsibility.

The school is known for its dedication to creating a positive school culture where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and reach their full potential. With a mission rooted in student-centered learning, WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY integrates modern instructional techniques with traditional values, ensuring that children receive a robust foundation in core subjects like literacy and mathematics. Through active parent-teacher collaboration and a variety of extracurricular opportunities, the school remains a vital cornerstone of the local Wadena community, helping to shape the next generation of learners.

For more information, contact WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY at (218) 632-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

215 COLFAX AVE SW
WADENA, MN 56482-0151
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WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WADENA, MN with about 429 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
429
Teachers:
37.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 429 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.

White
91.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
Two or more races
3.5%
Black or African American
1.2%

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.