PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY

PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY is a Title I public high school that is part of the PARKERS PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. school district, located in PARKERS PRAIRIE, MN with about 273 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 19 teachers, PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY, located in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota, serves as a central educational hub for the local community as part of Independent School District 547. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in the middle and high school grade levels, emphasizing a supportive environment that balances rigorous curriculum with personal student growth. By prioritizing small-town values and individualized attention, the institution aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school integrates a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations to foster a well-rounded development. Its proximity to the local elementary school and its role within a tight-knit community allow for strong partnerships between educators, families, and residents. Through its official website, the district maintains transparency and open communication, ensuring that parents and students stay informed about school events, academic policies, and the resources available to help every student thrive in a rural Minnesota setting.

For more information, contact PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY at (218) 338-6011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

411 S OTTER AVE
PARKERS PRAIRIE, MN 56361-0046
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PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY is a public Title I school in PARKERS PRAIRIE, MN with about 273 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
273
Teachers:
19.4
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 273 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
95.6%
Two or more races
2.6%
Black or African American
1.1%
Hispanic/Latino
0.7%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

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.