Red Lake County Central Public School

The Red Lake County Central Public School district in Minnesota operates two schools: Red Lake County Central Elementary and Red Lake County Central High School. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with both schools having over 88% white enrollment.

The high school stands out with an impressive 96.5% 4-year graduation rate, well above the state average. Additionally, the elementary school excels in 3rd grade math, with 82.61% of students scoring proficient or better on the MCA-III assessment, significantly higher than the state's 58.79% average. However, the elementary school's math and reading proficiency declines in the upper grades, suggesting a need to strengthen instruction and support in those areas.

While the high school has a low 3.4% dropout rate, the district's schools show some performance gaps. The high school underperforms the state average in 11th grade math and reading, and the elementary school's free/reduced lunch rate of 52.24% is higher than the high school's 43.21%. These disparities may indicate socioeconomic challenges that could impact student learning and achievement. Overall, the district has both strengths and areas for improvement, and school leaders can work to build on successes and address gaps to ensure all students have the opportunity to thrive.