Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pipestone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hill Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Pipestone, MN school district, encompassing approximately 418 square miles and stretching up to 22.6 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes for families within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pipestone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pipestone Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 152% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 152% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Pipestone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pipestone Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#453 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pipestone Elementary School's ranking?
Pipestone Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pipestone Elementary School?
580 students attend Pipestone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Pipestone Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pipestone Elementary School?
Pipestone Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pipestone Elementary School offer ?
Pipestone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pipestone Elementary School part of?
Pipestone Elementary School is part of Pipestone Area School District.
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