Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Pinecrest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinecrest Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hastings, MN school district, covering approximately 137.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#572 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Pinecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pinecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Pinecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
436 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Hastings Public School District.
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