Below Average
#1798 of 1,992 schools in MN
Pine Bend Elementary
Elementary School · INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS
9875 INVER GROVE TR E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,798 of 1,992
In Inver Grove Heights
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS
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Pine Bend Elementary
Elementary School in Inver Grove Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pine Bend Elementary
Pine Bend Elementary is a public elementary school in Inver Grove Heights, MN, part of INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS. Pine Bend Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Bend Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,798 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Bend Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pine Bend Elementary — Students at Pine Bend Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.2/10.
How Pine Bend Elementary Compares
See how Pine Bend Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9875 INVER GROVE TR E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Bend Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RED PINE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Eagan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Inver Grove Heights, see our Inver Grove Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SIMLEY ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | — |
| SIMLEY SENIOR HIGH Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| 199 Online High School Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PULLMAN ELEMENTARY Saint Paul Park | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PINE HILL ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| RED PINE ELEMENTARY Eagan | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Next Step Transition Program Cottage Grove | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,026
Median Home Value
$308,900
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
21,258
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burnside Elementary Red Wing, MN | 4.3 |
| FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington, MN | 4.3 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Rochester, MN | 4.3 |
| HINCKLEY ELEMENTARY Hinckley, MN | 4.3 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park, MN | 4.3 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis, MN | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Bend Elementary
What grades does Pine Bend Elementary serve?
Pine Bend Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pine Bend Elementary?
Pine Bend Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Bend Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Bend Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Bend Elementary rank in MN?
Pine Bend Elementary ranks #1,798 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Pine Bend Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Bend Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Pine Bend Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Bend Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pine Bend Elementary a charter school?
No, Pine Bend Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Bend Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pine Bend Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Bend Elementary?
49.7% of students at Pine Bend Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (651) 306-7701
Resources & Links
District
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,510
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,677
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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