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Prairiecare
School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
5255 MEMBERS PKWY NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Prairiecare
Prairiecare is a public school in Rochester, MN, part of the ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 32 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1. Students demonstrate 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,430, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 32 students, Prairiecare 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Address
- 5255 MEMBERS PKWY NW, Rochester, MN 55901
- Website
- rochester.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (507) 328-4322
- 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 (2018-19)
Based on 1 test record from MN state assessments. About our data
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). Another option is ROCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away). Additionally, ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away). 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 | 6.5 |
| Gibbs Elementary Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Dakota Middle School Rochester | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Rochester | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| GAGE ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 2.2 mi | — |
| ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ROCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BISHOP ELEMENTARY Rochester | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ROCHESTER CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester | 3.9 mi | — |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Early Childhood Assessment Rochester | 3.2 mi | — |
| ECSE Community Rochester | 3.2 mi | — |
| Hoover Early Learning School Rochester | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairiecare has a median household income of $90,430. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $290,000, with a median rent of $1,321/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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.
What are the test scores at Prairiecare?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairiecare has 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (1,527/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rochester). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
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