Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Central Area S. Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Central Area S. El. serves the southeastern part of Kensington, MN, covering an area of approximately 165.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central Area S. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Central Area S. Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to WCA South Elementary
School Rankings
West Central Area S. 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 West Central Area S. Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#380 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Central Area S. Elementary School's ranking?
West Central Area S. Elementary School is ranked #380 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend West Central Area S. Elementary School?
138 students attend West Central Area S. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Central Area S. Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Area S. Elementary School?
West Central Area S. Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central Area S. Elementary School offer ?
West Central Area S. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Area S. Elementary School part of?
West Central Area S. Elementary School is part of West Central Area School District.
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