Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Prairiecare ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairiecare ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Prairiecare's student population of 35 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairiecare is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Prairiecare often compared to?
Prairiecareis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairiecare?
35 students attend Prairiecare.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Prairiecare students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairiecare?
Prairiecare has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prairiecare offer ?
Prairiecare offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Prairiecare part of?
Prairiecare is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairiecare located?
Prairiecare is located in the Lincolnshire Arbor Glen neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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