Serving 20 students in grades 6-12, Pines School - Nsp ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pines School - Nsp's student population of 20 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
2 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing learners for excellence in their future.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Pines School - Nsp 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 Pines School - Nsp is 0.71, which is more 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
15%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
25%
12%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pines School - Nsp's ranking?
Pines School - Nsp is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp?
The graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pines School - Nsp?
20 students attend Pines School - Nsp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pines School - Nsp students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Pines School - Nsp offer ?
Pines School - Nsp offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pines School - Nsp part of?
Pines School - Nsp is part of Centennial Public School District.
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