Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1457 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
51%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
19%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #1457 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richfield Stem School, Richfield Dual Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
300 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Centennial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Richfield Public School District.
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