Serving 744 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Prairie View Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie View Elementary School's student population of 744 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Prairie View Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie View Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#119 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Prairie View Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Prairie View Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?
744 students attend Prairie View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Prairie View Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School offer ?
Prairie View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie View Elementary School part of?
Prairie View Elementary School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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