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.
256
Total Students
19.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PARKERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY
Demographic Student Count
White247
Hispanic3
Black2
Two or More4
  • White
    247 (96.5 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    3 (1.2 %)
  • Black
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PARKERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten16
Kindergarten34
Grade 137
Grade 227
Grade 326
Grade 436
Grade 541
Grade 639
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PARKERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13452.3%
Male12247.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)