Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Prairie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Elementary School's student population of 690 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
70%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elementary School?
690 students attend Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Prairie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Elementary School?
Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Elementary School part of?
Prairie Elementary School is part of Worthington Public School District.
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