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Prairie Care Mankato
School · MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
120 E MAIN ST, Mankato, MN 56001
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Prairie Care Mankato
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About Prairie Care Mankato
Prairie Care Mankato is a public school in Mankato, MN, part of MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prairie Care Mankato serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Care Mankato show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Prairie Care Mankato 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- 120 E MAIN ST, Mankato, MN 56001
- Phone
- (507) 387-1818
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 11 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 E MAIN ST, Mankato, MN 56001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Care Mankato may also want to explore other schools in the area. LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away). Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Mankato, see our Mankato schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPECIAL EDUCATION Mankato | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Kato Public Charter School Mankato | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| BRIDGES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Central High Area Learning Center Mankato | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTRAL FREEDOM SCHOOL Mankato | 0.8 mi | — |
| Central Middle School ALC Mankato | 0.8 mi | — |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Mankato | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| MANKATO WEST SENIOR HIGH Mankato | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Mankato | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Mankato | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mankato | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| FUTURES PROGRAM North Mankato | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Mankato | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY North Mankato | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mankato Schools Center for Learning Mankato | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,224
Median Home Value
$263,100
Median Rent
$1,088/mo
Population
50,960
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
15 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
28.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Care Mankato
What grades does Prairie Care Mankato serve?
Prairie Care Mankato serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Prairie Care Mankato?
Prairie Care Mankato has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Care Mankato?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Care Mankato is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Prairie Care Mankato?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Care Mankato has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Prairie Care Mankato a charter school?
No, Prairie Care Mankato is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Care Mankato a Title I school?
No, Prairie Care Mankato is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Care Mankato?
64.7% of students at Prairie Care Mankato qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blue Earth County
- Phone
- (507) 387-1818
Resources & Links
District
MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,276
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,091
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