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Centennial Elementary

Elementary School · RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

7315 BLOOMINGTON AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,109 of 1,992

In Richfield

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Centennial Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Richfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Centennial Elementary

Centennial Elementary is a public elementary school in Richfield, MN, part of RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Centennial Elementary serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,109 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Centennial Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,931
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Centennial Elementary — Students at Centennial Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Centennial Elementary Compares

See how Centennial Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7315 BLOOMINGTON AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Success Academy Bloomington Elem (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richfield, see our Richfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
AUGSBURG PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richfield 0.2 mi
RICHFIELD STEM SCHOOL Richfield 0.5 mi 6.5
RICHFIELD DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Richfield 0.5 mi 6.8
WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL Richfield 1.0 mi 7.2
Richfield College Experience Prg Richfield 0.9 mi 6.5
Success Academy Bloomington Elem Bloomington 1.2 mi 8.4
Success Academy Bloomington Middle Bloomington 1.2 mi 4.8
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities Richfield 1.1 mi 6.9
Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary Bloomington 1.7 mi 7.9
BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield 1.5 mi 7.2
PARTNERSHIP ACADEMY INC. Richfield 1.6 mi 4.5
ACADEMY OF HOLY ANGELS Richfield 1.6 mi 7.2
VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Bloomington 2.1 mi 5.7
New Code Academy Middle School Bloomington 2.1 mi 5.1
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Bloomington 2.1 mi 3.6
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield 1.6 mi 6.7
CENTRAL EDUCATION CENTER Richfield 1.6 mi 5.6
Central Education Center PreK Richfield 1.6 mi 5.6
SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield 1.8 mi 4.3
Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary Minneapolis 2.2 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,102

Median Home Value

$320,300

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Population

36,779

College Educated

44.3%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

38.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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CHISAGO LAKES EL. Chisago City, MN 6.0
LANESBORO ELEMENTARY Lanesboro, MN 6.0
LONSDALE PRE K-6 Lonsdale, MN 6.0
NELLIE STONE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN 6.0
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Jackson, MN 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elementary

What grades does Centennial Elementary serve?

Centennial Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Centennial Elementary?

Centennial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centennial Elementary rank in MN?

Centennial Elementary ranks #1,109 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Centennial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Centennial Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Centennial Elementary a charter school?

No, Centennial Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centennial Elementary a Title I school?

No, Centennial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial Elementary?

80.0% of students at Centennial Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,043
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,931
District Rank
#7 of 9

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