Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Central Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Finlayson, MN, encompassing approximately 628.9 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 15.4 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 30.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
White
76%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal, Silver, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central Elementary School's ranking?
East Central Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Central Elementary School often compared to?
East Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hinckley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend East Central Elementary School?
391 students attend East Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of East Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central Elementary School?
East Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Central Elementary School offer ?
East Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central Elementary School part of?
East Central Elementary School is part of East Central School District.
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