Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pine Point Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Point Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Ponsford, MN, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Point Elementary School's student population of 46 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Point Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Point Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1637 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
96%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Point Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Point Elementary School is ranked #1637 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Point Elementary School?
46 students attend Pine Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pine Point Elementary School students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Point Elementary School?
Pine Point Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Point Elementary School offer ?
Pine Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Point Elementary School part of?
Pine Point Elementary School is part of Pine Point Public School District.
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