Serving 863 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pine City Elementary School 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 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine City Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pine City, MN, encompassing approximately 220 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine City Elementary School's student population of 863 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Pine City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine City Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine City Elementary School's ranking?
Pine City Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pine City Elementary School often compared to?
Pine City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hinckley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine City Elementary School?
863 students attend Pine City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pine City Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine City Elementary School?
Pine City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine City Elementary School offer ?
Pine City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine City Elementary School part of?
Pine City Elementary School is part of Pine City Public School District.
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