Central Elementary School serves 76 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-59% (which was approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-79% (which was approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 74%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)40-59%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)60-79%
74%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
9%
12%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% MN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
76 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Winona Area Public School District.
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