Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Pines School - Nsp ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pines School - Nsp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pines School - Nsp's student population of 22 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pines School - Nsp ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pines School - Nsp is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#696 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
14%
12%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pines School - Nsp's ranking?
Pines School - Nsp is ranked #696 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp?
The graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pines School - Nsp?
22 students attend Pines School - Nsp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Pines School - Nsp students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pines School - Nsp?
Pines School - Nsp has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pines School - Nsp offer ?
Pines School - Nsp offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pines School - Nsp part of?
Pines School - Nsp is part of Centennial Public School District.
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