Serving 15 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pinewood Elementary - Snw 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinewood Elementary - Snw ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pinewood Elementary - Snw's student population of 15 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pinewood Elementary - Snw ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Elementary - Snw is 0.50, 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
#665 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Pinewood Elementary - Snw's ranking?
Pinewood Elementary - Snw is ranked #665 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pinewood Elementary - Snw often compared to?
Pinewood Elementary - Snwis often viewed alongside schools like Rum River North, Brookside Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary - Snw?
15 students attend Pinewood Elementary - Snw.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pinewood Elementary - Snw students are White, 20% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Elementary - Snw?
Pinewood Elementary - Snw has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinewood Elementary - Snw offer ?
Pinewood Elementary - Snw offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinewood Elementary - Snw part of?
Pinewood Elementary - Snw is part of Sherburne And Northern Wright Speci School District.
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