Best Schools in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Parkers Prairie Elementary
Elementary · Parkers Prairie Public School Dist.. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parkers Prairie Secondary
High · Parkers Prairie Public School Dist.. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$219,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$219,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Parkers Prairie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parkers Prairie Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Parkers Prairie Secondary | 6.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $69,896
- Median home value
- $219,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Parkers Prairie compares
Median household income
$70k
83% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota
Parkers Prairie, Minnesota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Parkers Prairie show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Parkers Prairie is Parkers Prairie Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Parkers Prairie is served by 1 school district: PARKERS PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.. These districts collectively serve 535 students.
Parkers Prairie's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,896. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 257 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · 7th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Parkers Prairie
Parkers Prairie, Minnesota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,896
Median Home Value
$219,800
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
2,590
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Parkers Prairie has a median household income of $69,896. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $219,800, with a median rent of $792/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota
How many schools are in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
Parkers Prairie has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Parkers Prairie is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Parkers Prairie on MySchoolScout is Parkers Prairie Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Parkers Prairie on MySchoolScout is Parkers Prairie Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Parkers Prairie on MySchoolScout is Parkers Prairie Secondary with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
Parkers Prairie is served by 1 school district: Parkers Prairie Public School Dist..
What is the education level in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Parkers Prairie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The median household income in Parkers Prairie is approximately $69,896 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Parkers Prairie is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.