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Spring Prairie Elementary

Elementary School · HAWLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOX 608, Hawley, MN 56549

Enrollment

18

Student-Teacher

9:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

About Spring Prairie Elementary

Spring Prairie Elementary is a public elementary school in Hawley, MN, part of the HAWLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 75% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,326, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 18 students, Spring Prairie Elementary 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 9:1, Spring Prairie Elementary 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.

Located in a rural area, Spring Prairie Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
18 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Address
BOX 608, Hawley, MN 56549
Phone
(218) 483-3316
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
75%

* 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

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers

Location

BOX 608, Hawley, MN 56549

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Prairie Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dorothy Dodds Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Moorhead). Another option is ULEN-HITTERDAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Ulen). Additionally, Robert Asp Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Moorhead). For more schools in Hawley, see our Hawley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HAWLEY ELEMENTARY Hawley 7.1 mi 5.2
Lake Agassiz Education Cooperative Hawley 7.1 mi 5.3
INTENSIVE INTERAGENCY PROGRAM Hawley 7.1 mi
Glacial Ridge Transitional Skills P Hawley 7.1 mi
HAWLEY SECONDARY Hawley 7.2 mi 6.0
DILWORTH-GLYNDON-FELTON MIDDLE SCH Glyndon 7.9 mi 6.0
DILWORTH-GLYNDON-FELTON SENIOR HIGH Glyndon 7.9 mi 5.9
ULEN-HITTERDAL ELEMENTARY Ulen 13.1 mi 8.0
ULEN-HITTERDAL SECONDARY Ulen 13.1 mi 6.8
Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton Elementary Dilworth 12.8 mi 5.8
Dorothy Dodds Elementary School Moorhead 13.5 mi 8.1
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Moorhead 13.8 mi 5.8
Moorhead ALC Moorhead 14.4 mi 7.3
West Central Academy-N Moorhead 14.4 mi
BARNESVILLE SECONDARY Barnesville 20.0 mi 7.3
BARNESVILLE ELEMENTARY Barnesville 20.0 mi 4.9
MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL Moorhead 14.7 mi 6.0
PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moorhead 15.0 mi 5.0
Robert Asp Elementary Moorhead 15.3 mi 6.0
West Central Academy-S Moorhead 15.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,326

Median Home Value

$317,500

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

4,656

College Educated

35.9%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Spring Prairie Elementary has a median household income of $100,326. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $317,500, with a median rent of $750/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Prairie Elementary

What grades does Spring Prairie Elementary serve?

Spring Prairie Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Spring Prairie Elementary?

Spring Prairie Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Prairie Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Prairie Elementary is 9:1. 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 Spring Prairie Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Spring Prairie Elementary has 25.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Spring Prairie Elementary a charter school?

No, Spring Prairie Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Prairie Elementary a Title I school?

No, Spring Prairie Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Prairie Elementary?

83.3% of students at Spring Prairie Elementary 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
Average (565/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Hawley). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Clay County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

HAWLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,062
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,422

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