Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinewood Community Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinewood Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinewood Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinewood Community Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be safe, be kind, and be your best!
School Rankings
Pinewood Community Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Community Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#344 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinewood Community Elementary School's ranking?
Pinewood Community Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pinewood Community Elementary School often compared to?
Pinewood Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Pine Elementary School, Farmington Elementary School, Shannon Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Community Elementary School?
519 students attend Pinewood Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pinewood Community Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Community Elementary School?
Pinewood Community Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinewood Community Elementary School offer ?
Pinewood Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinewood Community Elementary School part of?
Pinewood Community Elementary School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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