Serving 506 students in grades 5-8, Pine Island Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 25:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Island Middle School's student population of 506 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Island Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Island Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Island Middle School's ranking?
Pine Island Middle School is ranked #517 out of 1,860 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Island Middle School?
506 students attend Pine Island Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pine Island Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Island Middle School?
Pine Island Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Island Middle School offer ?
Pine Island Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Pine Island Middle School part of?
Pine Island Middle School is part of Pine Island Public School District.
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