PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WORTHINGTON, MN with about 1,236 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 92 teachers, PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY, located at 1700 1st Ave SW in Worthington, Minnesota, is a key component of Independent School District 518. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment that fosters both intellectual growth and social-emotional development for its young learners. By emphasizing foundational skills and community engagement, PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY aims to prepare its students for future academic success as they transition through the district’s elementary levels.

As part of the broader Worthington school system, the institution benefits from district-wide resources and a commitment to inclusive education. The school's mission is supported by a dedicated staff that prioritizes student achievement and parent involvement, ensuring that the needs of a multicultural community are met. Families looking for more detailed information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or curriculum standards can find comprehensive resources on their official district website at http://www.isd518.net.

For more information, contact PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY at (507) 727-1250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1700 1ST AVE SW
WORTHINGTON, MN 56187-1301
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PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WORTHINGTON, MN with about 1,236 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,236
Teachers:
92.5
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

* 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 1,236 students

Hispanic/Latino
57.8%
White
22.2%
Asian
11.2%
Black or African American
6.5%
Two or more races
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.