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Swmetro Prairie Care
School · Southwest Metro Intermediate 288
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Enrollment
9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Swmetro Prairie Care
Swmetro Prairie Care is a public school in Shakopee, MN, part of the Southwest Metro Intermediate 288. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $109,824, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Swmetro Prairie Care 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
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
- Phone
- (952) 567-8100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swmetro Prairie Care may also want to explore other schools in the area. LA ACADEMIA (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Chaska). Another option is BREAKAWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chaska). Additionally, INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Chaska). For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL Chaska | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Kinder Academy Chaska | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Early Childhood Special Education Chaska | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JONATHAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chaska | 0.5 mi | — |
| SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST Chaska | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BREAKAWAY ACADEMY Chaska | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY Chaska | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| 112 ALC Independent Study Chaska | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SWMetro ALC Shakopee | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SWMetro Independent Study Shakopee | 2.0 mi | — |
| CLOVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Chaska | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chaska | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| STEPS TOWARD ADULT RESPONSIBILITY Chaska | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,824
Median Home Value
$366,300
Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Population
49,084
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Swmetro Prairie Care has a median household income of $109,824. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $366,300, with a median rent of $1,540/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swmetro Prairie Care
What grades does Swmetro Prairie Care serve?
Swmetro Prairie Care serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Swmetro Prairie Care?
Swmetro Prairie Care has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What are the test scores at Swmetro Prairie Care?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Swmetro Prairie Care has 25.0% math proficiency and 41.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Swmetro Prairie Care a charter school?
No, Swmetro Prairie Care is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swmetro Prairie Care a Title I school?
No, Swmetro Prairie Care is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swmetro Prairie Care?
33.3% of students at Swmetro Prairie Care 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
- Elevated (1,275/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Shakopee). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carver County
- Phone
- (952) 567-8100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Metro Intermediate 288- District Enrollment
- 521
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $55,872
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