Central Education Center Prek serves 53 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Education Center Prek ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Central Education Center Prek's student population of 53 students has grown by 381% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Education Center Prek is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
39%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Education Center Prek?
53 students attend Central Education Center Prek.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Central Education Center Prek students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Education Center Prek?
Central Education Center Prek has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Education Center Prek offer ?
Central Education Center Prek offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Education Center Prek part of?
Central Education Center Prek is part of Richfield Public School District.
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