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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Prairie Lakes Education Center
Prairie Lakes Education Center is a public school in Willmar, MN, part of the WILLMAR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 4th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1. Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,054, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Prairie Lakes Education Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.2:1, Prairie Lakes Education Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction 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 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
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 | 5.5 |
| SWWC ELC - Willmar Willmar | 0.2 mi | — |
| WILLMAR SENIOR HIGH Willmar | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Lakeland Elementary School Willmar | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| WILLMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Willmar | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Middle School ALC Willmar | 2.4 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW SCHOOL Willmar | 2.3 mi | — |
| WILLMAR AREA LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Willmar | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CENTER Willmar | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willmar | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Willmar | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London | 7.1 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London | 10.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London | 11.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London | 11.0 mi | — |
| A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater | 11.4 mi | 8.7 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie Lakes Education Center has a median household income of $68,054. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,100, with a median rent of $832/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Prairie Lakes Education Center has 20.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,735/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Willmar). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
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