Below Average
#1750 of 1,992 schools in MN
Pines School - Acs
High School · CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
7555 4TH AVE, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Enrollment
30
Score
4.5
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Score
4.5
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,750 of 1,992
In Lino Lakes
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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High School in Lino Lakes · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pines School - Acs
Pines School - Acs is a public high school in Lino Lakes, MN, part of CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pines School - Acs serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 8th-12th. Pines School - Acs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,750 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Pines School - Acs show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Pines School - Acs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Pines School - Acs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Pines School - Acs — Students at Pines School - Acs score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Pines School - Acs Compares
See how Pines School - Acs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7555 4TH AVE, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pines School - Acs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Circle Pines), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Circle Pines), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lino Lakes, see our Lino Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-LINO LAKES Lino Lakes | 0.0 mi | — |
| PINES SCHOOL DAY PROGRAM Lino Lakes | 0.2 mi | — |
| Pines School - NSP Lino Lakes | 0.2 mi | — |
| Pines School - RJC Lino Lakes | 0.2 mi | — |
| BLUE HERON ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE Lino Lakes | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Lino Lakes Elementary Lino Lakes | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Circle Pines | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Journey Circle Pines | 2.0 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Circle Pines | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Sunrise Elementary Blaine | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| PROJECT SEARCH Circle Pines | 2.1 mi | — |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Circle Pines | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| GOLDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Karner Blue Education Center Circle Pines | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Turtle Lake Elementary Shoreview | 4.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Willows Fridley | 3.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,952
Median Home Value
$324,700
Median Rent
$1,553/mo
Population
28,975
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER Buffalo, MN | 4.6 |
| E.C.H.O. Secondary Echo, MN | 4.3 |
| BECKER ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Becker, MN | 4.8 |
| Waubun ALC Waubun, MN | 4.2 |
| ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Le Sueur, MN | 4.9 |
| MAHNOMEN AREA LEARNING CENTER Mahnomen, MN | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pines School - Acs
What grades does Pines School - Acs serve?
Pines School - Acs serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Pines School - Acs?
Pines School - Acs has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
How does Pines School - Acs rank in MN?
Pines School - Acs ranks #1,750 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Pines School - Acs's MySchoolScout rating?
Pines School - Acs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Pines School - Acs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pines School - Acs has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Pines School - Acs a charter school?
No, Pines School - Acs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pines School - Acs a Title I school?
No, Pines School - Acs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pines School - Acs?
63.3% of students at Pines School - Acs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Phone
- (763) 792-4011
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,772
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,766
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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