Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Spring Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spring Prairie Elementary School's student population of 18 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Prairie Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Prairie Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Spring Prairie Elementary School?
18 students attend Spring Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Spring Prairie Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Prairie Elementary School?
Spring Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Spring Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Spring Prairie Elementary School part of?
Spring Prairie Elementary School is part of Hawley Public School District.
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