Summary:
New Century School is the sole elementary school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 349 students. The school has a predominantly African American student population, with 99.43% of students identifying as such, and a very high percentage (95.99%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a low-income student demographic.
Academically, New Century School is struggling, ranking 761 out of 881 Minnesota elementary schools and earning a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's performance on MCA-III tests is significantly below the state average across all grades and subject areas, with only 24.83% of students proficient or better in Math, compared to the state average of 45.47%. Despite a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.4, the school has not been able to translate this into improved academic outcomes for its students.
The data for New Century School suggests that the school faces significant challenges, including a lack of racial diversity, high poverty rates, and consistently low academic performance. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, resource allocation, and community engagement, to provide a high-quality education for the students of this school.
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