Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, Plainview-elgin-millville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plainview-elgin-millville High School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
464 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Plainview-elgin-millville High School 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 Plainview-elgin-millville High School is 0.23, 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
#573 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%

Black
1%
12%

White
87%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Plainview-elgin-millville High School's ranking?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School is ranked #573 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
The graduation rate of Plainview-elgin-millville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
464 students attend Plainview-elgin-millville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Plainview-elgin-millville High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainview-elgin-millville High School?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainview-elgin-millville High School offer ?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plainview-elgin-millville High School part of?
Plainview-elgin-millville High School is part of Plainview-Elgin-Millville School District.
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