Park Rapids Public School District
School District · Park Rapids, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
7
1 elem, 3 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,698
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
7
1 elem, 3 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,698
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#197 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,698
$910 vs Minnesota median
District size
1,675 students
Larger than Minnesota median
About Park Rapids Public School District
Park Rapids Public School District is a Park Rapids, Minnesota school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 1,675 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $13,698 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.2/10, Park Rapids Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Park Rapids Area Century Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, Park Rapids Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 37.1% and ELA proficiency of 42.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 3 middle schools , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Park Rapids Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Park Rapids Public School District with test data.
Schools in Park Rapids Public School District
7 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 3
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Park Rapids
- Total Enrollment
- 1,675
- Teachers (FTE)
- 131
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Park Rapids Public School District?
Park Rapids Public School District has 7 schools in total — 1 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Park Rapids Public School District?
The average composite rating for Park Rapids Public School District is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Park Rapids Public School District?
Park Rapids Public School District spends $13,698 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Park Rapids Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Park Rapids Public School District is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Park Rapids Public School District?
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary is the highest-rated school in Park Rapids Public School District with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in Park Rapids Public School District?
Across schools in Park Rapids Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 42.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Park Rapids Public School District compare to other districts in Minnesota?
Park Rapids Public School District has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 42.3%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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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.
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