Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Plainview-elgin-millville High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plainview-Elgin-Millville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Plainview, MN, covering approximately 244.5 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plainview-elgin-millville High School's student population of 414 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville High School 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 Plainview-elgin-millville High School is 0.19, 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
#819 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainview-elgin-millville High School's ranking?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School is ranked #819 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
The graduation rate of Plainview-elgin-millville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
414 students attend Plainview-elgin-millville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Plainview-elgin-millville High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainview-elgin-millville High School offer ?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainview-elgin-millville High School part of?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School is part of Plainview-Elgin-Millville School District.
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