Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kittson 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kittson Central Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hallock, MN, encompassing approximately 468.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kittson Central Elementary School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kittson 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 Kittson Central Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#418 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kittson Central Elementary School's ranking?
Kittson Central Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kittson Central Elementary School?
139 students attend Kittson Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kittson Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kittson Central Elementary School?
Kittson Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kittson Central Elementary School offer ?
Kittson Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kittson Central Elementary School part of?
Kittson Central Elementary School is part of Kittson Central School District.
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