East Central School District
School District · Finlayson, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,185
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,185
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Evaluating East Central School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge East Central School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
East Central Elementary
Finlayson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Crossroads Area Learning Center
Finlayson · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
East Central Senior Secondary
Finlayson · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#257 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,185
$423 vs Minnesota median
District size
765 students
Typical than Minnesota median
The short answer
East Central School District ranks #257 of 386 Minnesota districts by overall school rating. East Central School District's schools with real test data average 6.0/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are East Central Elementary (7.9/10), Crossroads Area Learning Center (5.3/10), and East Central Senior Secondary (4.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in East Central School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Central Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Crossroads Area Learning Center | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | East Central Senior Secondary | 4.7 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About East Central School District
East Central School District is a Finlayson, Minnesota school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 765 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. The district invests $14,185 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, East Central School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is East Central Elementary, which has a composite score of 7.9/10.
In standardized testing, East Central School District students show an average math proficiency of 35.9% and ELA proficiency of 47.0%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in East Central School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in East Central School District with test data.
Schools in East Central School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Finlayson
- Total Enrollment
- 765
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in East Central School District?
East Central School District has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for East Central School District?
The average composite rating for East Central School District is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in East Central School District?
East Central School District spends $14,185 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in East Central School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in East Central School District is 17.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in East Central School District?
East Central Elementary is the highest-rated school in East Central School District with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What are the test scores in East Central School District?
Across schools in East Central School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 35.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does East Central School District compare to other districts in Minnesota?
East Central School District has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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