Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School serves 13 students in grades 9-11.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 76%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
76%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
15%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School?
13 students attend Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School students are White, and 15% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School?
Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School offer ?
Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School part of?
Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School is part of Pine River-Backus School District.
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