Limited Profile
Not enough data to generate a rating
Prairie Lakes Education Center
School · WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1804 CIVIC CENTER DR, Willmar, MN 56201
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
Shortlisting around Prairie Lakes Education Center?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Prairie Lakes Education Center
School in Willmar · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Lake Park School
0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Dream Technical Academy
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Prairie Lakes Education Center
Prairie Lakes Education Center is a public school in Willmar, MN, part of WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prairie Lakes Education Center serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 3.2:1 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 Lakes Education Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Prairie Lakes Education Center 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.
At 3.2:1 students to teachers, Prairie Lakes Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Address
- 1804 CIVIC CENTER DR, Willmar, MN 56201
- Phone
- (320) 214-6696
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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
1804 CIVIC CENTER DR, Willmar, MN 56201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Lakes Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away). Additionally, CENTRAL MINNESOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Prinsburg). For more schools in Willmar, see our Willmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Park School Willmar | 0.0 mi | — |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 0.2 mi | — |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Willmar | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Middle School ALC Willmar | 2.4 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Willmar | 2.3 mi | — |
| WILLMAR AREA LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Willmar | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willmar | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Willmar | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 7.1 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 10.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 11.0 mi | 8.4 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 11.0 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London | 11.0 mi | — |
| A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater | 11.4 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL MINNESOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prinsburg | 16.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,054
Median Home Value
$199,100
Median Rent
$832/mo
Population
24,860
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
13.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 DASH Rosemount, MN | — |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul, MN | — |
| 917 PACES Rosemount, MN | — |
| ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN | — |
| APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale, MN | — |
| Brookside Academy Cambridge, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Lakes Education Center
What grades does Prairie Lakes Education Center serve?
Prairie Lakes Education Center serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Prairie Lakes Education Center?
Prairie Lakes Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Lakes Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Lakes Education Center is 3.2:1. 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 Lakes Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Lakes Education Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Prairie Lakes Education Center a charter school?
No, Prairie Lakes Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Lakes Education Center a Title I school?
No, Prairie Lakes Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Lakes Education Center?
88.5% of students at Prairie Lakes Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kandiyohi County
- Phone
- (320) 214-6696
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,220
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,958
Other Schools in This District
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.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.