Average
#956 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 48% in state
Northfield Community Education Cntr
School · NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
700 LINCOLN PARKWAY, Northfield, MN 55057
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Northfield. Learn more
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#956 of 1,992
In Northfield
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Northfield Community Education Cntr
School in Northfield · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northfield Community Education Cntr
Northfield Community Education Cntr is a public school in Northfield, MN, part of NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northfield Community Education Cntr serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Northfield Community Education Cntr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Northfield Community Education Cntr 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Northfield Community Education Cntr 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
48.9%
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 Northfield Community Education Cntr Compares
See how Northfield Community Education Cntr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 LINCOLN PARKWAY, Northfield, MN 55057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northfield Community Education Cntr may also want to explore other schools in the area. PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Oaks Academy - Grammar (rated 8.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northfield | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary Northfield | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield | 5.5 mi | 8.8 |
| GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand | 10.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 11.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington | 11.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington | 12.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LEVI P. DODGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 12.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault | 11.4 mi | 7.1 |
| RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington | 12.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,521
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
25,458
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
32.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northfield Community Education Cntr
What grades does Northfield Community Education Cntr serve?
Northfield Community Education Cntr serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Northfield Community Education Cntr?
Northfield Community Education Cntr has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northfield Community Education Cntr?
The student-teacher ratio at Northfield Community Education Cntr is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northfield Community Education Cntr rank in MN?
Northfield Community Education Cntr ranks #956 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Northfield Community Education Cntr's MySchoolScout rating?
Northfield Community Education Cntr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northfield Community Education Cntr a charter school?
No, Northfield Community Education Cntr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northfield Community Education Cntr a Title I school?
No, Northfield Community Education Cntr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northfield Community Education Cntr?
48.9% of students at Northfield Community Education Cntr 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 92
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rice County
- Phone
- (507) 664-3649
Resources & Links
District
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,875
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,214
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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