Serving 475 students in grades 5-8, Pine Island Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Island Middle School's student population of 475 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Island Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Island Middle School is 0.17, 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
#517 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Island Middle School's ranking?
Pine Island Middle School is ranked #517 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Island Middle School?
475 students attend Pine Island Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pine Island Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Island Middle School?
Pine Island Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Island Middle School offer ?
Pine Island Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Pine Island Middle School part of?
Pine Island Middle School is part of Pine Island Public School District.
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