Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Century School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Century School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Century School 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 New Century School is 0.04, 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
#1561 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
98%
12%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Century School's ranking?
New Century School is ranked #1561 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New Century School often compared to?
New Century Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Positive Approach To Learning, Bug-o-nay-ge-shig School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend New Century School?
367 students attend New Century School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of New Century School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Century School?
New Century School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Century School offer ?
New Century School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Century School part of?
New Century School is part of New Century School District.
In what neighborhood is New Century School located?
New Century School is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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