Below Average
#1856 of 1,992 schools in MN
Prairiecare
School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
5255 MEMBERS PKWY NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,856 of 1,992
In Rochester
#33 of 38
public schools
In district
#30 of 34
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Prairiecare
Prairiecare is a public school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prairiecare serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairiecare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,856 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Prairiecare show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2017) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Prairiecare 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.
Score Breakdown
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Prairiecare — Students at Prairiecare score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.1/10.
How Prairiecare Compares
See how Prairiecare performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5255 MEMBERS PKWY NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairiecare may also want to explore other schools in the area. LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rochester | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Overland Elementary School Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Gibbs Elementary Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Dakota Middle School Rochester | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Rochester | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| GAGE ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 2.2 mi | — |
| ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ROCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BISHOP ELEMENTARY Rochester | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ROCHESTER CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester | 3.9 mi | — |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Early Childhood Assessment Rochester | 3.2 mi | — |
| ECSE Community Rochester | 3.2 mi | — |
| Hoover Early Learning School Rochester | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,430
Median Home Value
$290,000
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
58,260
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
34.9
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| 917 TEA Apple Valley, MN | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairiecare
What grades does Prairiecare serve?
Prairiecare serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Prairiecare?
Prairiecare has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairiecare?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairiecare is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairiecare rank in MN?
Prairiecare ranks #1,856 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Prairiecare's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairiecare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Prairiecare?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairiecare has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2017) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
Is Prairiecare a charter school?
No, Prairiecare is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairiecare a Title I school?
No, Prairiecare is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairiecare?
53.1% of students at Prairiecare qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Phone
- (507) 328-4322
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
- District Rank
- #30 of 34
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