For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,252 students in Pierz, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 167 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Pierz, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Pierz, MN are Pioneer Elementary School and Healy Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierz, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Pierz have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pierz, MN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pioneer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
66 Kamnic St
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Grades: PK-6
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Healy Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
112 Kamnic St
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Grades: 7-12
| 642 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pierz Alternative Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
112 Kamnic St
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Pierz, MN 56364
(320) 468-6458
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pierz, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Pierz, MN include Pioneer Elementary School and Healy Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Pierz?
3 public schools are located in Pierz.
What percentage of students in Pierz go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Pierz are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pierz?
Pierz public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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