Serving 442 students in grades 9-12, Pine Island Secondary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Island Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pine Island Secondary's student population of 442 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Island Secondary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Island Secondary is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Island Secondary's ranking?
Pine Island Secondary is ranked #313 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pine Island Secondary often compared to?
Pine Island Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Century Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Island Secondary?
The graduation rate of Pine Island Secondary is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pine Island Secondary?
442 students attend Pine Island Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pine Island Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Island Secondary?
Pine Island Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Island Secondary offer ?
Pine Island Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Island Secondary part of?
Pine Island Secondary is part of Pine Island Public School District.
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