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Pine County Transition Program
High School · ST. CROIX RIVER EDUCATION DISTRICT
201 MAIN ST E, Hinckley, MN 55037
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Pine County Transition Program
Pine County Transition Program is a public high school in Hinckley, MN, part of the ST. CROIX RIVER EDUCATION DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,319, where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Pine County Transition Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1, Pine County Transition Program offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Pine County Transition Program may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 201 MAIN ST E, Hinckley, MN 55037
- Phone
- (320) 358-1214
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 MAIN ST E, Hinckley, MN 55037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine County Transition Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILLOW RIVER SECONDARY (rated 6.9/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Willow River). Another option is PINE CITY AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.3/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Pine City). Additionally, HINCKLEY-FINLAYSON SECONDARY (rated 6.1/10). For more schools in Hinckley, see our Hinckley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HINCKLEY-FINLAYSON SECONDARY Hinckley | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Empower Learning Center Hinckley | 0.0 mi | — |
| HINCKLEY ELEMENTARY Hinckley | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FINLAYSON ELEMENTARY Finlayson | 13.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Finlayson | 12.4 mi | 7.6 |
| EAST CENTRAL SENIOR SECONDARY Finlayson | 12.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CROSSROADS AREA LEARNING CENTER Finlayson | 12.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PINE CITY ELEMENTARY Pine City | 13.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Pine City | 13.4 mi | — |
| Vision Pine City | 13.9 mi | — |
| PINE CITY AREA LEARNING CENTER Pine City | 14.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PINE CITY SECONDARY Pine City | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLOW RIVER ELEMENTARY Willow River | 21.6 mi | 4.3 |
| WILLOW RIVER SECONDARY Willow River | 21.6 mi | 6.9 |
| RUSH CITY SECONDARY Rush City | 22.6 mi | 5.0 |
| C.E. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY Rush City | 22.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Grantsburg High Grantsburg | 21.0 mi | 4.8 |
| iForward Grantsburg | 21.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Grantsburg Elementary Grantsburg | 21.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Grantsburg Middle Grantsburg | 21.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,319
Median Home Value
$206,100
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
5,077
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
45.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pine County Transition Program has a median household income of $61,319. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,100, with a median rent of $975/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AITKIN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Aitkin, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Access Cottage Grove, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| Anchor Columbia Heights, MN | — |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine County Transition Program
What grades does Pine County Transition Program serve?
Pine County Transition Program serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pine County Transition Program?
Pine County Transition Program has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine County Transition Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine County Transition Program is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Pine County Transition Program a charter school?
No, Pine County Transition Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine County Transition Program a Title I school?
No, Pine County Transition Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine County Transition Program?
46.7% of students at Pine County Transition Program 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
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,329/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pine County
- Phone
- (320) 358-1214
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ST. CROIX RIVER EDUCATION DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 80
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $133,960
Other Schools in This District
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