Excellent
#227 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 11% in state
Green Central Elementary
Elementary School · Minneapolis Public School District
3416 4TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#227 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#17 of 125
public schools
In district
#14 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Green Central Elementary
Elementary School in Minneapolis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Green Central Elementary
Green Central Elementary is a public elementary school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Green Central Elementary serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Central Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Green Central Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Green Central Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Green Central Elementary — Students at Green Central Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Green Central Elementary Compares
See how Green Central Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3416 4TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Central Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BANCROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmos Montessori Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Special Education Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CRISTO REY JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL TWIN CITIES Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Heritage Academy High Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MPS Metro DT Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LYNDALE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| RISEN CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Venture Academy Middle School Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BANCROFT ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Lirio Montessori Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | — |
| Aim Academy of Science & Technology Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | — |
| Andersen Middle Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| AUGSBURG FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Whittier Elementary Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| MERC Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MERC Extended Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | — |
| SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Field Elementary Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| EL COLEGIO CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,421
Median Home Value
$387,500
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
32,534
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
30.1
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|---|---|
| COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY Edina, MN | 8.0 |
| CROOKED LAKE ELEMENTARY Andover, MN | 8.0 |
| DELANO ELEMENTARY Delano, MN | 8.0 |
| GOODHUE ELEMENTARY Goodhue, MN | 8.0 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake, MN | 8.0 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska, MN | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Central Elementary
What grades does Green Central Elementary serve?
Green Central Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Green Central Elementary?
Green Central Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Central Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Central Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Central Elementary rank in MN?
Green Central Elementary ranks #227 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Green Central Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Central Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Green Central Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Central Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Green Central Elementary a charter school?
No, Green Central Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Central Elementary a Title I school?
No, Green Central Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Central Elementary?
50.4% of students at Green Central 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (612) 668-3730
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #14 of 78
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