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#153 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 48% of private schools
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
Elementary School
15 2ND ST NE, Fairfax, MN 55332
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#153 of 319
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Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
Elementary School in Fairfax · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site is a private elementary school in Fairfax, MN. Praire Lutheran School Upper Site serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Praire Lutheran School Upper Site has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Praire Lutheran School Upper Site is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
15 2ND ST NE, Fairfax, MN 55332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Praire Lutheran School Upper Site may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Element (rated 8.4/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Hector), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GFW Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Gibbon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fairfax, see our Fairfax schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Franklin | 8.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gibbon | 9.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GFW Elementary School Gibbon | 9.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Element Hector | 14.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Seconda Hector | 14.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL K-12 Sleepy Eye | 15.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CEDAR MOUNTAIN SECONDARY Morgan | 12.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SLEEPY EYE ELEMENTARY Sleepy Eye | 16.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SLEEPY EYE SEC. Sleepy Eye | 16.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sleepy Eye | 16.5 mi | — |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 18.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 18.5 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW ULM AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS New Ulm | 19.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Ulm | 19.8 mi | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 19.9 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL New Ulm | 20.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GFW High School Winthrop | 17.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GFW Middle School Winthrop | 17.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER New Ulm | 20.8 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 20.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,177
Median Home Value
$135,800
Median Rent
$447/mo
Population
1,714
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMFREY ELEMENTARY Comfrey, MN | 6.4 |
| JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL Saint Peter, MN | 6.4 |
| SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield, MN | 6.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairmont, MN | 6.4 |
| WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Worthington, MN | 6.4 |
| ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Praire Lutheran School Upper Site
What grades does Praire Lutheran School Upper Site serve?
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Praire Lutheran School Upper Site?
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Praire Lutheran School Upper Site?
The student-teacher ratio at Praire Lutheran School Upper Site is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Praire Lutheran School Upper Site rank in MN?
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site ranks #153 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Praire Lutheran School Upper Site's MySchoolScout rating?
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Praire Lutheran School Upper Site a private school?
Yes, Praire Lutheran School Upper Site is a private coeducational school with a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Praire Lutheran School Upper Site a religious school?
Praire Lutheran School Upper Site has a Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Renville County
- Phone
- (507) 426-7755
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