Serving 794 students in grades 1-5, Pinewood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinewood Elementary serves the northwest part of Monticello, MN, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinewood Elementary School's student population of 794 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pinewood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#161 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)16%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Pinewood Elementary School's ranking?
Pinewood Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pinewood Elementary School often compared to?
Pinewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary School?
794 students attend Pinewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pinewood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Elementary School?
Pinewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinewood Elementary School offer ?
Pinewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinewood Elementary School part of?
Pinewood Elementary School is part of Monticello Public School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Great teachers, poor administration long bus rides for some, and very poor lunch food quality
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