Pipestone Area High School is the only public high school in Pipestone, Minnesota, United States. The high school is part of the Pipestone Area School District, Independent School District #2689. As of August 2017, there were 324 students enrolled in grades 9–12.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (20-21)
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1897
Colors
Green, White, and Black
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
2%
Asian
(20-21)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(20-21)8%
10%
Black
(20-21)n/a
11%
White
(20-21)84%
64%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)8%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
25%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Arrow
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pipestone Learning Center?
12 students attend Pipestone Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pipestone Learning Center students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Pipestone Learning Center offer ?
Pipestone Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pipestone Learning Center part of?
Pipestone Learning Center is part of Region 6 And 8-Sw/Wc Service Coop School District.
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