Summary:
The 56361 zip code in Minnesota is home to two schools, Parkers Prairie Secondary and Parkers Prairie Elementary, both of which are part of the Parkers Prairie Public School District. While the secondary school has a 2-star rating, it maintains a high 95.1% graduation rate and a low 4.8% dropout rate. In contrast, the elementary school stands out with a 3-star rating and consistently outperforms the state averages in math, reading, and science proficiency across multiple grade levels.
Academically, Parkers Prairie Secondary has mixed performance, with proficiency rates ranging from 28-50% across various subjects and grade levels. However, Parkers Prairie Elementary excels, with proficiency rates of 45-60% in math, 43-56% in reading, and 47% in science. Both schools have seen declines in proficiency rates from 2022-2023 to 2023-2024, mirroring statewide trends.
Demographically, the schools in the 56361 zip code have a predominantly white student population, with very low percentages of minority students. Additionally, the elementary school has a higher rate of students eligible for free/reduced lunch (36.72%) compared to the secondary school (29.82%), suggesting potential socioeconomic disparities that may impact student learning and outcomes. Overall, the data indicates that the schools in the 56361 zip code are relatively strong-performing, with the elementary school standing out for its academic excellence, while the district may want to explore ways to address the declining proficiency rates, lack of diversity, and socioeconomic challenges.
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