Pine Point Elementary School

48075 Pow Wow Hwy
Ponsford, MN 56575
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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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : 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)
Total Students
46 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1637 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

11-19%
46%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

20-29%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

American Indian
96%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
4%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.08

Showing 2013–2025. View full 26-year historical data

(22-23)
80.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%

Showing 2009–2024. View full 25-year historical data

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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : 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

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