Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Pines School - Nsp ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pines School - Nsp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pines School - Nsp's student population of 22 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
22 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pines School - Nsp ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pines School - Nsp is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
18%
12%

Black
18%
12%

White
64%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pines School - Nsp's ranking?
Pines School - Nsp is ranked #695 out of 1,860 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp?
The graduation rate of Pines School - Nsp is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pines School - Nsp?
22 students attend Pines School - Nsp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pines School - Nsp students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are Black.
What grades does Pines School - Nsp offer ?
Pines School - Nsp offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pines School - Nsp part of?
Pines School - Nsp is part of Centennial Public School District.
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