A
Very Good
85/100

West Central Area N. El.

📚 Pre-K – 04 🏫 Elementary
📍 411 1ST ST SE, Elbow Lake, MN 56531
85
Repit Score
out of 100
156
Students
enrolled
9.2:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$17K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $16,501 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 411 1ST ST SE
City Elbow Lake
ZIP Code 56531
District 2700104
NCES School ID 270010400513
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 56531

Understanding the community around West Central Area N. El. helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $68,056
Per Capita Income $41,888
Poverty Rate 7.0%
Households Earning $100K+ 31.0%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.1%
High School or Higher 92.4%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $160,000
Median Rent $735
Owner-Occupied 77.0%
Renter-Occupied 23.0%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for West Central Area N. El..

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 43.0%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 90.4%
Hispanic/Latino 4.5%
Two or More Races 3.9%
Black 1.3%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 156
Teachers (FTE) 17.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 9.2:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for West Central Area N. El.?
West Central Area N. El. has a Repit School Score of 85 out of 100, earning a grade of A. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend West Central Area N. El.?
West Central Area N. El. has 156 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.2:1.
What grades does West Central Area N. El. serve?
West Central Area N. El. serves grades Pre-K – 04 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does West Central Area N. El. receive per student?
West Central Area N. El. receives $16,501 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around West Central Area N. El. in 56531 ▼
Avg Home Value
$210,519
Avg Monthly Rent
$981
1-Year Change
+9.0%
% Renters
23.0%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026