Serving 1,529 students in grades 6-8, Centennial Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Middle School's student population of 1,529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#407 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Centennial Middle School is ranked #407 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Centennial Middle School often compared to?
Centennial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fridley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Centennial Middle School?
1,529 students attend Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Centennial Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Middle School?
Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Middle School offer ?
Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Centennial Middle School part of?
Centennial Middle School is part of Centennial Public School District.
School Reviews
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Centennial Middle School received the Minnesota Academic Excellence Foundation (MAEF) 2008 School Spotlight Award for demonstrating academic excellence through significant gains in student achievement.
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