Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piedmont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Piedmont Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Work, Respect, Belong
School Rankings
Piedmont 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 Piedmont Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#1082 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Duluth Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Elementary School's ranking?
Piedmont Elementary School is ranked #1082 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Piedmont Elementary School often compared to?
Piedmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Piedmont Elementary School?
410 students attend Piedmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Piedmont Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedmont Elementary School?
Piedmont Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piedmont Elementary School offer ?
Piedmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piedmont Elementary School part of?
Piedmont Elementary School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Piedmont Elementary School located?
Piedmont Elementary School is located in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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