PARKERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY
256 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Parkers Prairie Elementary, located in the small community of Parkers Prairie, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for early childhood and primary education within Independent School District 547. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment that emphasizes core academic foundations while encouraging the social and emotional development of its students. By maintaining a connection to the local community, the school aims to provide a safe and nurturing space where children can grow, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare for their future academic endeavors.
As part of the broader district, the elementary school prioritizes collaboration between educators, parents, and the community to ensure student success. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of activities that promote well-rounded development. With its focus on personalized attention and a strong sense of school spirit, Parkers Prairie Elementary plays a vital role in the town’s educational landscape, striving to help every child achieve their full potential within a close-knit and encouraging school culture.
As part of the broader district, the elementary school prioritizes collaboration between educators, parents, and the community to ensure student success. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of activities that promote well-rounded development. With its focus on personalized attention and a strong sense of school spirit, Parkers Prairie Elementary plays a vital role in the town’s educational landscape, striving to help every child achieve their full potential within a close-knit and encouraging school culture.
256
Total Students
19.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 247 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Black | 2 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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White247 (96.5 %)
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Two or More4 (1.6 %)
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Hispanic3 (1.2 %)
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Black2 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PARKERS PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. |
| Phone: | (218)338-4079 |
| Website: | http://www.isd547.com |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 256 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 19.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 69 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 20 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
16
Kindergarten
34
Grade 1
37
Grade 2
27
Grade 3
26
Grade 4
36
Grade 5
41
Grade 6
39
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 16 |
| Kindergarten | 34 |
| Grade 1 | 37 |
| Grade 2 | 27 |
| Grade 3 | 26 |
| Grade 4 | 36 |
| Grade 5 | 41 |
| Grade 6 | 39 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 134 | 52.3% |
| Male | 122 | 47.7% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
140 Students
Elementary School K - 5th