Serving 235 students in grades 5-8, Park Rapids Area Century Middle 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 26% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Park Rapids Area Century Middle encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 587.5 square miles in Park Rapids, MN. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School's student population of 235 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1396 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
61%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Rapids Area Century Middle School's ranking?
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School is ranked #1396 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Park Rapids Area Century Middle School?
235 students attend Park Rapids Area Century Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Park Rapids Area Century Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Middle School?
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Rapids Area Century Middle School offer ?
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Rapids Area Century Middle School part of?
Park Rapids Area Century Middle School is part of Park Rapids Public School District.
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