Summary:
The city of Plummer, Minnesota has only one school serving grades PK-6: Red Lake County Central Elementary. This small school of 182 students has faced some academic challenges, with below-average proficiency rates in math and mixed results in reading compared to the state. The school's statewide ranking has also been declining in recent years, dropping from 571 out of 845 schools in 2022-2023 to 486 out of 872 in 2024-2025.
Red Lake County Central Elementary serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as nearly half (46.15%) of its students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This factor may contribute to the school's uneven academic performance, with stronger results in 3rd and 4th grade math and reading, but significantly lower proficiency rates in 5th and 6th grade math and 3rd grade reading. The school's small size, with a student-teacher ratio of 8.9 to 1, could provide opportunities for more personalized attention, but may also limit the availability of resources and extracurricular activities.
Overall, Red Lake County Central Public School district faces some challenges in supporting the academic achievement of students at Red Lake County Central Elementary. Addressing the school's declining statewide ranking and uneven performance across grade levels and subject areas may require a closer examination of the school's programs, resources, and strategies for supporting student learning, particularly in light of the socioeconomic factors impacting the student population.
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