Serving 278 students in grades 7-12, Parkers Prairie Secondary ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkers Prairie Secondary's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkers Prairie Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkers Prairie Secondary is 0.08, 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
#1152 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkers Prairie Secondary's ranking?
Parkers Prairie Secondary is ranked #1152 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Parkers Prairie Secondary often compared to?
Parkers Prairie Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Henning Secondary, Battle Lake Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkers Prairie Secondary?
The graduation rate of Parkers Prairie Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Parkers Prairie Secondary?
278 students attend Parkers Prairie Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Parkers Prairie Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkers Prairie Secondary?
Parkers Prairie Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkers Prairie Secondary offer ?
Parkers Prairie Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkers Prairie Secondary part of?
Parkers Prairie Secondary is part of Parkers Prairie Public School District.
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