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#1158 of 1,992 schools in MN
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Red Lake Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 499, Red Lake, MN 56671
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,158 of 1,992
In Red Lake
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Red Lake Early Childhood Center
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About Red Lake Early Childhood Center
Red Lake Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Red Lake, MN, part of RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Red Lake Early Childhood Center serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Lake Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Red Lake Early Childhood 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Red Lake Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Red Lake Early Childhood Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.7%
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 Red Lake Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Red Lake Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 499, Red Lake, MN 56671
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Lake Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn (rated 7.7/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHERN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Schoolcraft Learning Community (rated 6.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Red Lake, see our Red Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED LAKE ELEMENTARY Red Lake | 0.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Endazhi-Nitaawiging Red Lake | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| RED LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RED LAKE SECONDARY Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Red Lake Middle School Red Lake | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| RED LAKE MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Red Lake | 1.1 mi | — |
| Red Lake EC Special Education Ext Red Lake | 1.1 mi | — |
| PONEMAH ELEMENTARY Ponemah | 11.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Schoolcraft Learning Community Bemidji | 14.9 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 22.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SOLWAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 24.5 mi | 5.3 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji | 25.9 mi | — |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 25.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 26.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji | 26.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 26.4 mi | 7.7 |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 26.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 26.8 mi | 2.8 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 27.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 27.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56671 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,750
Median Home Value
$74,400
Median Rent
$468/mo
Population
3,139
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
71.3%
Poverty Rate
31.9%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park, MN | 5.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul, MN | 5.9 |
| Evansville Elementary Evansville, MN | 5.9 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glencoe, MN | 5.9 |
| MOST HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Montgomery, MN | 5.9 |
| NORMAN COUNTY EAST ELEMENTARY Twin Valley, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Lake Early Childhood Center
What grades does Red Lake Early Childhood Center serve?
Red Lake Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Red Lake Early Childhood Center?
Red Lake Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Lake Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Lake Early Childhood Center is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Lake Early Childhood Center rank in MN?
Red Lake Early Childhood Center ranks #1,158 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Red Lake Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Lake Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Red Lake Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Red Lake Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Lake Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Red Lake Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Lake Early Childhood Center?
25.7% of students at Red Lake Early Childhood 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Beltrami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.8%
- Phone
- (218) 679-3329
Resources & Links
District
RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,441
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,400
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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