PARKERS PRAIRIE SECONDARY

PARKERS PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
411 S OTTER AVE
PARKERS PRAIRIE, MN 56361
280 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Parkers Prairie Secondary, located in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota, serves as a central educational hub for the local community as part of Independent School District 547. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in the middle and high school grade levels, emphasizing a supportive environment that balances rigorous curriculum with personal student growth. By prioritizing small-town values and individualized attention, the institution aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school integrates a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations to foster a well-rounded development. Its proximity to the local elementary school and its role within a tight-knit community allow for strong partnerships between educators, families, and residents. Through its official website, the district maintains transparency and open communication, ensuring that parents and students stay informed about school events, academic policies, and the resources available to help every student thrive in a rural Minnesota setting.
280
Total Students
13.2
Full-Time Teachers
21.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    269 (96.1%)
  • Hispanic
    8 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PARKERS PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
Phone: (218)338-6011
Website: http://www.isd547.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 280
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 61
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 46
Grade 8 41
Grade 9 53
Grade 10 34
Grade 11 63
Grade 12 43
Gender Ratio