Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Pipestone Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 35% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pipestone Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Pipestone, MN, encompassing approximately 418 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 23.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pipestone Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pipestone Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pipestone Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1427 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Pipestone Middle School is ranked #1427 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pipestone Middle School?
244 students attend Pipestone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pipestone Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pipestone Middle School?
Pipestone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pipestone Middle School offer ?
Pipestone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pipestone Middle School part of?
Pipestone Middle School is part of Pipestone Area School District.
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