Serving 857 students in grades 5-8, Prairie View Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie View Middle School's student population of 857 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 111% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie View Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie View Middle School is 0.44, 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
#448 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Middle School's ranking?
Prairie View Middle School is ranked #448 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Prairie View Middle School often compared to?
Prairie View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael-albertville Middle West, Kaleidoscope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairie View Middle School?
857 students attend Prairie View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Prairie View Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Middle School?
Prairie View Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie View Middle School offer ?
Prairie View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie View Middle School part of?
Prairie View Middle School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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