Serving 562 students in grades 1-2, Pine Meadow Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 1-2
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Meadow Primary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Meadow Primary School is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pine Meadow Primary School often compared to?
Pine Meadow Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Ridge Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Meadow Primary School?
562 students attend Pine Meadow Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pine Meadow Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Meadow Primary School?
Pine Meadow Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Meadow Primary School offer ?
Pine Meadow Primary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Pine Meadow Primary School part of?
Pine Meadow Primary School is part of Sartell-St. Stephen School District.
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