VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pelican Rapids Public Schools school district, located in PELICAN RAPIDS, MN with about 492 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 39 teachers, VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for the local community, catering to a diverse student population in the heart of Otter Tail County. As part of the Pelican Rapids Public Schools district, the institution is recognized for its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and cultural appreciation. The school prides itself on being a welcoming space for families from various backgrounds, often highlighting the unique global perspective brought by its student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Viking Elementary places a strong emphasis on community connection and student engagement. The school leverages its location in Pelican Rapids to offer a supportive atmosphere where educators work closely with families to prepare students for future success. With a focus on foundational skills in literacy and numeracy, combined with extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to be responsible and active members of their community.

For more information, contact VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (218) 863-2911 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 VIKING DR
PELICAN RAPIDS, MN 56572-0642
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VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PELICAN RAPIDS, MN with about 492 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
492
Teachers:
39.91
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 schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 492 students

White
54.5%
Hispanic/Latino
28.9%
Black or African American
13.4%
Two or more races
1.6%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

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.