Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Bend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pine Bend Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Bend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Bend Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#918 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Bend Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pine Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pine Bend Elementary School?
511 students attend Pine Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pine Bend Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Bend Elementary School?
Pine Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Bend Elementary School offer ?
Pine Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Bend Elementary School part of?
Pine Bend Elementary School is part of Inver Grove Heights Schools.
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