Serving 861 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Park Rapids Area Century 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 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PARK RAPIDS AREA CENTURY ELEMENTARY serves the entire district of Park Rapids, MN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 587.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 25 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School's student population of 861 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Park Rapids Area Century 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 Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#348 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School's ranking?
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School is ranked #348 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School?
861 students attend Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School?
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School offer ?
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School part of?
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School is part of Park Rapids Public School District.
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