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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Swmetro Prairie Care
School in Shakopee · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Swmetro Prairie Care
Swmetro Prairie Care is a public school in Shakopee, MN, part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288. Swmetro Prairie Care serves approximately 9 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Swmetro Prairie Care show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 9 students, Swmetro Prairie Care 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.
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
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.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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.
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. JONATHAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Chaska). Another option is LA ACADEMIA (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Chaska). Additionally, BREAKAWAY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 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 | 6.5 |
| Kinder Academy Chaska | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Early Childhood Special Education Chaska | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| 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 | 5.6 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BREAKAWAY ACADEMY Chaska | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY Chaska | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| 112 ALC Independent Study Chaska | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 1.6 mi | 1.6 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| SWMetro ALC Shakopee | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SWMetro Independent Study Shakopee | 2.0 mi | — |
| CLOVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Chaska | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chaska | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| STEPS TOWARD ADULT RESPONSIBILITY Chaska | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Swmetro Prairie Care has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
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
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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
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Metro Intermediate 288- District Enrollment
- 521
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $55,872
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