Serving 507 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Lake Elementary School, Isanti Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
507 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Centennial Public School District.
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