WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY
449 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 386 |
| Hispanic | 27 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 29 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White386 (86.0 %)
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Two or More29 (6.5 %)
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Hispanic27 (6.0 %)
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Black5 (1.1 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 29 |
| Kindergarten | 88 |
| Grade 1 | 83 |
| Grade 2 | 86 |
| Grade 3 | 87 |
| Grade 4 | 76 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 193 | 43% |
| Male | 256 | 57% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
263 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th