Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Norwood Young America school district, covering approximately 111.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Inspire, Empower.
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
413 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Central Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Elementary School located?
Central Elementary School is located in the Young America neighborhood of Norwood Young America, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Young America.
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