Serving 235 students in grades 7-8, Plainview-elgin-millville Junior ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 333% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Bulldogs
School Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior 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 Junior is 0.27, 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
#560 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Junior's ranking?
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior is ranked #560 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Plainview-elgin-millville Junior?
235 students attend Plainview-elgin-millville Junior.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Plainview-elgin-millville Junior students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainview-elgin-millville Junior?
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainview-elgin-millville Junior offer ?
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainview-elgin-millville Junior part of?
Plainview-elgin-millville Junior is part of Plainview-Elgin-Millville School District.
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