School Overview
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.
449
Total Students
36.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY
Demographic Student Count
White386
Hispanic27
Black5
Asian1
Two or More29
American Indian1
  • White
    386 (86.0 %)
  • Two or More
    29 (6.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    27 (6.0 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (218)632-2400
Website: http://www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 449
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 186
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 49
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 29
Kindergarten 88
Grade 1 83
Grade 2 86
Grade 3 87
Grade 4 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten29
Kindergarten88
Grade 183
Grade 286
Grade 387
Grade 476
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19343%
Male25657%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)