Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pillager Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pillager Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pillager Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We keep expanding opportunities and continue to grow, but yet try to maintain that small-town feel and try to keep relationships with students and families.
School Rankings
Pillager Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pillager Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#396 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pillager Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pillager Elementary School's ranking?
Pillager Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pillager Elementary School?
521 students attend Pillager Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pillager Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pillager Elementary School?
Pillager Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pillager Elementary School offer ?
Pillager Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pillager Elementary School part of?
Pillager Elementary School is part of Pillager Public School District.
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