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#1341 of 1,992 schools in MN
Central Education Center
School · RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
7145 HARRIET AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 14 schools in Richfield. Learn more
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,341 of 1,992
In Richfield
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Central Education Center
Central Education Center is a public school in Richfield, MN, part of RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Central Education Center serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,341 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Central Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Central Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Central Education Center Compares
See how Central Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7145 HARRIET AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KENNY ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Windom Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richfield, see our Richfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Education Center
What grades does Central Education Center serve?
Central Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Central Education Center?
Central Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Education Center is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Education Center rank in MN?
Central Education Center ranks #1,341 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Central Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Central Education Center a charter school?
No, Central Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Education Center a Title I school?
No, Central Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Education Center?
58.2% of students at Central Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 98
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (612) 798-6041
Resources & Links
District
RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,043
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,931
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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