Serving 639 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary School serves the southern part of Fargo, ND, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School, Eagles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
639 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 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 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School is located in the Centennial neighborhood of Fargo, ND.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Centennial is the best! All 4 of my daughters have gone here. Great teachers. Great staff. Friendly and kind. Staff really care about the kids!
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