Pinewood Elementary School

1010 W Broadway St
Monticello, MN 55362
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 794 students in grades 1-5, Pinewood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 794 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10% in MN
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pinewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Pinewood Elementary School's student population of 794 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Pinewood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#161 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
69%
46%
65%
51%
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monticello Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinewood Elementary School's ranking?
Pinewood Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pinewood Elementary School often compared to?
Pinewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary School?
794 students attend Pinewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pinewood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Elementary School?
Pinewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pinewood Elementary School offer ?
Pinewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinewood Elementary School part of?
Pinewood Elementary School is part of Monticello Public School District.

School Reviews

1   10/10/2025
Great teachers, poor administration long bus rides for some, and very poor lunch food quality
- Posted by Parent - ja

Review Pinewood Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 794 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links


Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 75

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 82

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 88

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 94

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 100

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 106

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 112

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 123

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/popper.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/tippy.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Directory does not exist in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Unable to save compiled js file in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242