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#57 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 3% in state

Fair School Pilgrim Lane

Elementary School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

3725 PILGRIM LANE N, Plymouth, MN 55441

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#57 of 1,992

In Plymouth

#1 of 20

public schools

In district

#1 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Fair School Pilgrim Lane

8.8/10

Elementary School in Plymouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Fair School Pilgrim Lane

Fair School Pilgrim Lane is a public elementary school in Plymouth, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fair School Pilgrim Lane serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fair School Pilgrim Lane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Fair School Pilgrim Lane show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it compares3.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change+5.42 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Fair School Pilgrim Lane — Students at Fair School Pilgrim Lane score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Fair School Pilgrim Lane Compares

See how Fair School Pilgrim Lane performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in MN
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

3725 PILGRIM LANE N, Plymouth, MN 55441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fair School Pilgrim Lane may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), with a comparable rating. Another option is EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Hope), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Crystal), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PLYMOUTH MIDDLE Plymouth 0.3 mi 5.0
ROBBINSDALE ARMSTRONG SENIOR HIGH Plymouth 0.5 mi 6.4
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Plymouth 0.7 mi
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 0.8 mi 6.3
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope 1.0 mi 7.2
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.0 mi 3.9
Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. New Hope 1.4 mi 4.5
Escuela Exitos New Hope 1.4 mi 3.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope 1.5 mi 8.0
ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope 1.6 mi 5.8
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 1.5 mi
North Education Center Academy New Hope 2.3 mi 5.9
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 1.9 mi 3.5
FOURTH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth 2.7 mi 6.2
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley 2.5 mi 8.1
FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal 2.3 mi 4.5
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal 2.6 mi 7.8
MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY New Hope 3.0 mi 6.0
School #540 Plymouth 2.4 mi
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal 2.5 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,288

Median Home Value

$463,300

Median Rent

$1,589/mo

Population

18,242

College Educated

56.2%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fair School Pilgrim Lane

What grades does Fair School Pilgrim Lane serve?

Fair School Pilgrim Lane serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fair School Pilgrim Lane?

Fair School Pilgrim Lane has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fair School Pilgrim Lane?

The student-teacher ratio at Fair School Pilgrim Lane is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fair School Pilgrim Lane rank in MN?

Fair School Pilgrim Lane ranks #57 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Fair School Pilgrim Lane's MySchoolScout rating?

Fair School Pilgrim Lane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Fair School Pilgrim Lane?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fair School Pilgrim Lane has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is Fair School Pilgrim Lane a charter school?

No, Fair School Pilgrim Lane is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fair School Pilgrim Lane a Title I school?

No, Fair School Pilgrim Lane is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fair School Pilgrim Lane?

48.7% of students at Fair School Pilgrim Lane qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,735
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,779
District Rank
#1 of 21

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