Serving 534 students in grades 1-2, Pine Meadow Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Meadow Primary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Meadow Primary School is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 schools are Pine Meadow Primary School often compared to?
Pine Meadow Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Ridge Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Meadow Primary School?
534 students attend Pine Meadow Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pine Meadow Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Meadow Primary School?
Pine Meadow Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Meadow Primary School offer ?
Pine Meadow Primary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Meadow Primary School part of?
Pine Meadow Primary School is part of Sartell-St. Stephen School District.
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