Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Le Center Pre K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Le Center Pre K-8 serves the west part of its school district in Le Center, MN, covering an area of approximately 85.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Le Center Pre K-8's student population of 385 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Le Center Pre K-8 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 Le Center Pre K-8 is 0.53, 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
#1042 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
39%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Center Pre K-8's ranking?
Le Center Pre K-8 is ranked #1042 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Le Center Pre K-8?
385 students attend Le Center Pre K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Le Center Pre K-8 students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Le Center Pre K-8?
Le Center Pre K-8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Le Center Pre K-8 offer ?
Le Center Pre K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Le Center Pre K-8 part of?
Le Center Pre K-8 is part of Tri-City United School District.
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