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WELC - VPK
📍 BAXTER, Minnesota Public
215
👥 Total Enrollment
Students enrolled
Pre-K
🎓 Grade Levels
1 active grades
About this school
✏️ EditWELC - VPK, a prekindergarten public school serving grade Pre-K in BAXTER, Minnesota, with 215 students. Data: NCES 2024-2025.
📖 Academic Overview & Key Context
Located in BAXTER, Minnesota, WELC - VPK is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K. The school operates within the BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT in Crow Wing County. With a current reported enrollment of 215 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.
Reflecting the multicultural fabric of BAXTER, the student body at WELC - VPK represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (84.2%), Two or more races (6.5%), Hispanic (5.1%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.
Through federal and state educational initiatives, WELC - VPK participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 98 students (45.6%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.
👥 Student Demographics & Diversity
Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown
White
84.2%
181 enrolled students
Two or more races
6.5%
14 enrolled students
Hispanic
5.1%
11 enrolled students
Asian
1.9%
4 enrolled students
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.4%
3 enrolled students
Black / African American
0.9%
2 enrolled students
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
0 enrolled students
⚧ Gender Distribution
Total 215
👦 Male 52.6% (113)
👧 Female 47.4% (102)
🥗 Economic Diversity
45.6%
98 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch
📊 Enrollment by Grade Level
Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels
215
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Address
5546 FAIRVIEW RD, BAXTER, MN 56425
Phone
(218) 454-5430
School district
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
County
Crow Wing County
Grades
Pre-K
Students
215 students
Community type
Town: Remote
Level
Prekindergarten
Type
Public
Virtual
Not virtual
Coordinates
46.34447, -94.28579
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NCES school ID
270609012884
School year
2024-2025
Source
NCES
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members
What grades are taught at WELC - VPK?
WELC - VPK serves students in grades Pre-K. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Minnesota state educational standards.
How many students attend WELC - VPK?
According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, WELC - VPK has a total reported enrollment of 215 students.
Is WELC - VPK a public or private school?
WELC - VPK is a traditional public school located in BAXTER, Minnesota under the administration of the BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Does WELC - VPK participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs?
Yes, approximately 98 students (45.6%) at WELC - VPK are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.
Where is WELC - VPK located?
WELC - VPK is located at 5546 FAIRVIEW RD, BAXTER, MN 56425. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (218) 454-5430 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.
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